Bomb threat at University of Illinois ruled unfounded
CHICAGO (CBS)-- The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign responded to an unconfirmed bomb threat Friday morning.
University police said they received a call with threats of explosive devices at Davenport Hall, 607 S. Mathews Ave. in Urbana.
Police confirmed the threat was not credible. Officers will remain on the scene to continue the investigation at Davenport Hall.
"Campus community members are asked to continue avoiding Davenport Hall and the immediate surrounding area until an "all-clear" Illini-Alert is issued," police said in a written statement.
Illini-Alert. Police are on the scene at Davenport Hall investigating. Please continue to avoid the area.
— Illini-Alert (@IlliniAlert) January 13, 2023
Classes begin on January 17.
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