Juvenile boy in custody after threat reported at Plainfield school

Will County authorities said a juvenile boy was taken into custody Friday after a threat investigation tied to a Plainfield-area school.

Officials said the Will County Sheriff's Office handled the case with Plainfield police and Plainfield School District 202. They said appropriate measures were taken at school facilities while the threat was investigated.

Authorities said there is no threat to the public.

The juvenile was being evaluated by medical professionals, according to authorities. Officials did not immediately identify the school involved or say whether charges would be filed.

What we know

• A juvenile was taken into custody in connection with a school threat in the Plainfield area.
• Plainfield police and Plainfield School District 202 were contacted during the response.
• Authorities said school facilities took precautionary measures.
• Officials said the public is safe.

Further details have not been released.