Police investigation at Glen Ellyn park forces 4th of July event cancellation

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

Just after 6:20 a.m., Glen Ellyn police said Lake Ellyn Park was 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 was canceled.

Police issued an update just after 9:45 a.m., saying the park had reopened.

Police did not immediately provide further information about the investigation.