Lincoln Park Zoo reopens after bomb threat prompts evacuation
Lincoln Park Zoo reopens after bomb threat prompts evacuation
Lincoln Park Zoo has reopened after a bomb threat prompted an evacuation on Friday.
CHICAGO - Lincoln Park Zoo has reopened after a bomb threat prompted an evacuation on Friday.
Bomb Threat at Lincoln Park Zoo
What we know:
The Chicago Police Department’s Bomb Unit responded and evacuated the zoo as a precaution.
Authorities conducted a sweep and determined the zoo was safe and secure at 1:43 p.m., police said.
No threat was found, and no injuries were reported.
"We just see police cars with flashing lights inside, towards the pond and also towards the entrance and exits. As we came here, we saw bomb-sniffing dogs walking by," said Lisa and Andrew, who were visiting the zoo at the time. "We tried asking what was going on and they didn't answer."
What we don't know:
Further details on the bomb threat haven't been released.
What's next:
Chicago police continue to investigate.
The Source: The information in this article was provided by the Lincoln Park Zoo and the Chicago Police Department.