Pope Leo's brother's home receives unfounded bomb threat, police say

CHICAGO -- The home of one of Pope Leo's brothers was the victim of a false bomb threat on Wednesday night, according to police.

Police in New Lenox, Illinois, received a call at about 6:29 p.m. for a reported bomb threat at the house of John Prevost, officials said.

"Out of an abundance of caution, surrounding homes were notified and asked to evacuate," police said.

There were no explosives and no injuries, according to police.

"The incident remains under investigation as authorities work to determine the origin of the report. Making false reports of this nature is a serious offense and may result in criminal charges," police said.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the police.