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Police Investigate Bomb Threat at Pope's Brother's Home

4/16/2026

Summary

Story summary

Police in New Lenox, Illinois, investigated a bomb threat at the home of Louis Prevost, brother of Pope Leo XIV, on April 16, 2023.
Authorities searched the property with bomb-sniffing dogs but found no explosives.
The police emphasized that making false bomb threats is a serious offense, and the investigation is ongoing to trace the report's origin.
This incident occurred after President Trump praised Prevost as a loyal supporter amid tensions with the Pope over U.S. foreign policy regarding Iran.

History

Historical Context

The USA PATRIOT Act, enacted in 2001 after the September 11 attacks, expanded law enforcement's powers to combat terrorism, leading to increased scrutiny of individuals like Louis Prevost, linked to Pope Leo XIV. The recent bomb threat against Prevost's home highlights ongoing tensions in U.S. foreign policy, particularly regarding Iran, and reflects the serious legal repercussions of making false threats in today's security climate.

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Story summary

Police in New Lenox, Illinois, investigated a bomb threat at the home of Louis Prevost, brother of Pope Leo XIV, on April 16, 2023.
Authorities searched the property with bomb-sniffing dogs but found no explosives.
The police emphasized that making false bomb threats is a serious offense, and the investigation is ongoing to trace the report's origin.
This incident occurred after President Trump praised Prevost as a loyal supporter amid tensions with the Pope over U.S. foreign policy regarding Iran.

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