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AI Robocalls Threaten Schools, Prompt Police Investigation

8/26/2025

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Police in Kankakee and Bradley are investigating AI-generated robocalls that threatened schools on August 25, 2025.
The calls targeted an unspecified Kankakee school and Bradley East Elementary around 4:33 a.m.
The caller claimed to be coerced into making threats before disconnecting.
Authorities found the threats not credible but increased police presence at schools for safety.

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Story summary

Police in Kankakee and Bradley are investigating AI-generated robocalls that threatened schools on August 25, 2025.
The calls targeted an unspecified Kankakee school and Bradley East Elementary around 4:33 a.m.
The caller claimed to be coerced into making threats before disconnecting.
Authorities found the threats not credible but increased police presence at schools for safety.