CHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker, the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS), and the Illinois State Police (ISP) are closely monitoring the conflict in the Middle East and potential threats here in Illinois. At this time, neither have actionable intelligence regarding credible threats in Illinois.
The Governor instructed both agencies to work closely with law enforcement partners and to be on heightened alert for any threats related to places of worship across the state to protect First Amendment rights and the safety of worshippers.
As always, if members of the public see something, they are encouraged to say something. The public should report suspicious behavior to local law enforcement by calling direct or to 911 depending on the level of the threat.
Homeland Security Advisor to Governor J.B. Pritzker and IEMA-OHS Director Alicia Tate-Nadeau says global conflicts have cascading effects within our communities statewide so we have to remain vigilant here in Illinois.
ISP Director Brendan Kelly says they are aware of terroristic messaging being perpetuated online concerning HAMAS-aligned propaganda. He says law enforcement takes these threats very seriously and stand prepared to take appropriate action.
Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS): Ready.Illinois.Gov
