Crime & Safety

Don't Be Alarmed At La Grange Police Presence: Cops

"Help us spread the word, so residents understand this is a planned training exercise," police said.

David Giuliani's profile picture
David Giuliani, Patch StaffVerified Patch Staff Badge
|
The La Grange Police Department and other area agencies plan an "active shooter" training Tuesday at St. Cletus Catholic School, 700 W. 55th St., authorities said.
The La Grange Police Department and other area agencies plan an "active shooter" training Tuesday at St. Cletus Catholic School, 700 W. 55th St., authorities said. (David Giuliani/Patch)

LA GRANGE, IL – An "active shooter" training is planned for Tuesday at St. Cletus Catholic School, 700 W. 55th St., police announced late last week.

The training is scheduled during the school's spring break. It involves the La Grange Police Department and other area agencies.

Residents may see an increased presence of police, fire and emergency vehicles in the training area.

Find out what's happening in La Grangefor free with the latest updates from Patch.

"Please avoid the immediate training area if possible," police said in a Facebook post. "Do not call 911 to report the activity unless you are experiencing an actual emergency. Help us spread the word so residents understand this is a planned training exercise."

Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.

More from La Grange