CPD Bomb and Arson examines suspicious package on South Side

Monday, July 9, 2018
CHICAGO (WLS) -- The Chicago Police Department Bomb and Arson Unit responded Monday afternoon to a report of a suspicious package on the city's South Side.

Chicago police and firefighters were called to the 2200-block of West 79th Street after a black, plastic box was found around 12:30 p.m.
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Crews used an x-ray to examine the suspicious package. Police said it did not appear to contain anything dangerous.

Liberty Temple Full Gospel Church is located at 2233 West 79th Street.
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CTA No. 79 buses were being rerouted because of street closures in the area, according to police and the transit agency.

The Sun-Times Media Wire contributed to this report.
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