Overview
- Elgin Police posted a public alert about a heavy police presence and asked residents to avoid downtown as crews searched the Fox River near the Grand Victoria Casino.
- Police issued the alert around 11:30 a.m. and local TV helicopters were over the scene about noon while footage and witnesses showed emergency vehicles and at least one boat on the river.
- Authorities have not released what prompted the response and said they will provide updates once the situation is resolved.
- This operation follows an earlier water-related incident this week when the body of missing 16-year-old Destiny Neal was recovered north of the Kimball Street Bridge, which has raised local concern about river safety.
- Officials warn people to stay away from the downtown riverfront while the search continues and local media will update as police release more information.