'Shoot Up The School' Threat Made At Chaney Monge: Police

CREST HILL — Already this school year, students have ended up in serious trouble with the law for making threats of school shootings in Joliet, Minooka and Plainfield. The latest incident happened Wednesday in Crest Hill at the Chaney Monge School.

According to the Crest Hill Police Department statement posted on Facebook, at 3:30 p.m., Crest Hill police were notified by Chaney Monge School officials that a 10-year-old student made a threat during class to "shoot up the school." Several other students heard the threat and reported it to the school staff.

The juvenile's parents were cooperative and allowed Crest Hill's officers to search the home. Crest Hill Police verified that the weapons in the home were stored safely and locked away, police said.

The case will be referred to the Will County State's Attorney's Office Juvenile Division.

"We believe there is no further threat at this time, but given the recent increase in school threats, Crest Hill Police Officers will be providing an increased presence around Crest Hill area schools during arrival and dismissal times," Crest Hill police shared on Facebook.

Crest Hill residents are reminded to report any suspicious activity by calling 911 or the non-emergency line at (815)741-5111. Anonymous calls can also be made by contacting Crime Stoppers of Will County. "The Crest Hill Police Department would like to thank Chaney Monge School Officials for their assistance in this matter," the agency said.