Glen Ellyn park closed, 4th of July event canceled amid police investigation

GLEN ELLYN, Ill. (WLS) -- An ongoing police investigation led to the cancellation of a Fourth of July event in the west suburbs on Saturday morning.

Glen Ellyn police said Lake Ellyn Park is closed and asked residents to avoid the area.

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There will be an increased police presence, but there is no active safety threat, police said.

The Glen Ellyn Park District Freedom 4 Run has been canceled.

Police did not immediately provide further information about the investigation.