Mundelein, IL – A suspicious package found at Mundelein’s Community Days festival led to an evacuation of the event grounds this morning. A festival attendee alerted authorities to the package, prompting a cautious response from the Mundelein Police Department.
According to the Mundelein Police Department, a specialty unit was dispatched to the scene to examine the package. After thorough investigation, the package was determined to be harmless. To ensure the safety of all attendees, the entire festival grounds were meticulously searched for any additional suspicious items.
The police department expressed gratitude to the individual who reported the suspicious package, emphasizing the importance of vigilance in public spaces. They encouraged festival-goers to remain alert and report any suspicious activity to event staff or law enforcement.
Despite the disruption, the festival resumed operations shortly after the all-clear was given. The police department thanked the public for their patience and cooperation during the evacuation. The Community Days festival is now open, continuing with its planned activities and festivities.
