Chicago alderman says explosive device detonated outside his home, investigation underway
CHICAGO - A Chicago alderman said an explosive device detonated outside his home early Saturday, prompting a police investigation.
What we know:
The incident occurred about 12:45 a.m. near West 21st Street and South Damen Avenue, outside the home of Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez, who represents the city's 25th Ward.
According to Sigcho-Lopez, surveillance video shows two men arriving in an SUV. One man exited the vehicle, ignited an explosive device in front of the home and returned to the SUV before it drove away moments before the explosion.
Authorities are searching for two suspects after an explosive device reportedly detonated outside the home of a Chicago alderman early Saturday morning.
Sigcho-Lopez said his three children were asleep inside the home when the device detonated.
The explosion shattered a window, but no injuries were reported.
What we don't know:
Authorities have not released details about the device, identified any suspects or announced a possible motive.
What's next:
The Chicago Police Department's Bomb and Arson Unit is investigating the incident. FOX Chicago has reached out to Chicago police for more information.
Officials are asking anyone with surveillance footage or information to contact the 25th Ward Office at 773-523-4100 or ward25@cityofchicago.org, or reach out to Area 3 detectives.
The Source: The information and video in this article was provided by Ald. Byron Sigcho Lopez.