Police Operation Reported At Wheeling Walmart

WHEELING, IL — A police operation took place Thursday afternoon in the parking lot of the Wheeling Walmart, but authorities said there is no threat to the public.

The operation occurred at approximately 3:35 p.m., according to a statement from the Wheeling Police Department.

Police emphasized that the operation at 1455 Lake Cook Road was not conducted by federal agents. The department did not identify the agency involved, explain the purpose of the operation or say whether anyone was arrested.

No further information was immediately available.

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