Naperville Teen Arrested Carrying Loaded Gun During Downtown Event

A 14-year-old boy was arrested for carrying a loaded 9mm semi-automatic handgun during a crowded 'teen takeover' event in downtown Naperville, Illinois. Police officers noticed the teen acting suspiciously near Washington Street and Jefferson Avenue and found the weapon during a safety pat-down. The boy was charged with felony unlawful possession of a weapon and was released on home detention with electronic monitoring pending his next court date on June 27. Authorities emphasized the seriousness of the incident, noting it possibly prevented a future tragedy, and vowed to maintain a strong police presence at large gatherings to ensure public safety. Both the DuPage County State’s Attorney and Naperville Police Chief expressed gratitude for the officers' vigilance and reaffirmed their commitment to zero tolerance for criminal or unsafe behavior. This incident marked the third such event involving large groups of teens in downtown Naperville recently.