No Civil Unrest, Property Damage Overnight In Oswego: Police

OSWEGO, IL — Several businesses on Main Street in downtown Oswego had boarded up Monday afternoon in an effort to safeguard their establishments against looters. But during the night until Tuesday morning, there were no reports of unrest, according to the Oswego Police Department.

In a statement released at 7 a.m. Tuesday, police said they "worked throughout the night monitoring reports from other communities and remaining vigilant in order to ensure the safety of residents and businesses."

"We are fortunate to report no occurrences of civil unrest or damage to property occurred in the Village, nor were any credible threats of violence received," Police Chief Jeff Burgner said in the statement.

Several Oswego police officers were sent to assist other agencies that were in need of additional resources and Burgner said "all returned safe and sound."

He concluded the statement saying that the department will work with the community and monitor the situation.

At 10 p.m. Monday, Village President Troy Parlier said in a social media post in moments of uncertainty rumors can really fly.

"I ask all residents to continue to turn to official Village of Oswego channels as sources of credible information," he said.

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