University Park police say barricade situation unfounded after search for armed offenders on Red Oak; Sauk Village investigating

Over in University Park, Ill., a recent police update was given after the mayor of the town mentioned a barricade situation on the previous day.

The video in the player above is from a previous report.

According to University Park police, the Sauk Village Police Department will be taking over the investigation following the search carried out on Friday, which did not yield any armed offenders wanted by the authorities hiding inside a building in University Park.

ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch

Mayor Joseph E. Roudez, III of University Park had advised the residents to remain indoors on Friday while law enforcement kept a close eye on the events unfolding in the 700 block of Red Oak.

Police said they assisted in a search for armed offenders at the location just after noon Friday.

University Park police said Saturday there was no danger to the public and the scene had been cleared. There did not appear to be any barricade situation.

Nearby residents were cleared to leave there homes around 3:30 p.m. Friday, police said.

A search for offenders armed with firearms that originated outside of University Park continues, police said.

Anyone with information has been asked to contact the Sauk Village Police Department at (708) 758-1331.

No further information was immediately available.

Copyright © 2024 WLS-TV. All Rights Reserved.

You May Also Like
Megyn Kelly delivers scathing nine-word summary of the Obamas' marriage amid split rumors

Megyn Kelly provides a harsh nine-word description of the Obamas’ relationship in the midst of separation speculations.

Megyn Kelly criticized the Obamas’ marriage following comments made by Michelle Obama…
Julie Christine Sanchez caught on video going on racist rant, ramming cart into pregnant street vendor in Simi Valley, California

Video captures Julie Christine Sanchez making racist remarks and hitting pregnant street vendor with cart in Simi Valley, California

In Simi Valley, California, a pregnant street vendor was knocked to the…
Skyrocketing antisemitism in Canada sparks concern for country's Jews ahead of election

Concern rises for Canadian Jews due to sharp increase in antisemitism before election

<!–> Anti-Israel protests in Canada File showing anti-Israel demonstrators during a protest…
Satisfying moment Austin Metcalf's dad puts white nationalist in his place for trying to exploit his son's death

Father of Austin Metcalf confronts white nationalist trying to exploit his son’s death

A father who was mourning the loss of his teenage son, who…
Mom shares incredible update from boy hurled 40ft off Mall of America balcony when he was five by madman

Mother shares amazing progress of son thrown from Mall of America balcony at age five

Six years ago, a shocking crime took place at the Mall of…
Pope Francis appears for Easter Sunday blessing after meeting JD Vance at Vatican

Pope Francis makes public appearance for Easter Sunday blessing following encounter with JD Vance at the Vatican

ROME and LONDON — Pope Francis appeared on Sunday in St. Peter’s…
Donald Trump: Our Most Martha Stewart President

Donald Trump: The President Most Resembling Martha Stewart

This weekend is a time to commemorate the significant events of the…
Chicago woman Katie Wilson celebrates 100th birthday, still lives in same Morgan Park house she was born in

Katie Wilson, a Chicago woman, marks her 100th birthday while residing in the same Morgan Park home where she was born.

CHICAGO (WLS) — There was a 100th birthday celebration Sunday in the…
Protesters target Trump admin policies with march to White House, demonstrations throughout country

Protesters march to White House and demonstrate nationwide against Trump administration policies

During Easter egg hunts, many families came together while thousands of protesters…
California HS Girl Gives Testimony on 'Traumatizing' Effect of Trans-Identifying Male in Locker Room

High School Student in California Shares Testimony About Traumatic Experience with Transgender Individual in Locker Room

At a recent board meeting of the Lucia Mar Unified School District,…
Russian President Vladimir Putin announces Easter ceasefire for war in Ukraine; Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy responds

Vladimir Putin, the President of Russia, declares a ceasefire for the conflict in Ukraine during Easter, prompting a reaction from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a temporary halt in military operations in…
How Trump could win island dripping with gold for America in 'deal of the century'

Ways in which Trump could secure a highly beneficial deal for America involving an island rich in gold

Donald Trump, drawing on his background in real estate, has allegedly been…