Peoria, Illinois Evacuated After Credible Bomb Threat at Ethanol Plant
Peoria, Illinois residents evacuated after credible bomb threat at the BioUrja Renewables ethanol plant. Police investigate downtown and East Peoria.
POLICY WIRE — Peoria, Illinois — A credible bomb threat prompted city officials to issue an evacuation order for downtown Peoria and neighboring East Peoria.
The alert came after authorities received a call about a suspected explosive device at the BioUrja Renewables ethanol plant on Edmund Street, previously known as the ADM facility. Police began clearing the area and urging residents and businesses to leave.
Peoria police are now investigating the threat, while state and federal agencies assist in ensuring the site’s security and assessing potential risks.
The city has urged residents to stay tuned to official updates for instructions on safe routes and return timelines.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)