Channahon, IL – Students celebrating Minooka Community High School’s (MCHS) Homecoming Week are being urged to stay safe after several incidents were reported on the first night of festivities.
According to the Channahon Police Department, officers received a complaint of criminal damage after lighting fixtures at a home were allegedly destroyed. Police also responded to reports of eggs being thrown at vehicles along Ridge Road, which they warned could impair drivers’ visibility. In addition, teens were reportedly seen fleeing recklessly in vehicles, one of which resulted in a hit-and-run crash.
Police said these actions are “entirely unacceptable” and threaten both community safety and the spirit of Homecoming. Authorities emphasized that while the week is meant for tradition and celebration, reckless and destructive behavior puts others in harm’s way and undermines community trust.
Parents are encouraged to talk with their children before they head out for festivities. “Your safety and the safety of others is paramount,” the department said in its statement, urging families to focus on fun and school pride without endangering others.
Officers reminded residents that trespassing, property damage, and disturbing the peace will not be tolerated. They added that simple, respectful celebrations help maintain the positive traditions Homecoming is meant to uphold.
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