Three people were found dead early Monday inside a home in Crete Township, with a person of interest now in custody as investigators comb through the scene. Deputies were called around 2 a.m. to check on a residence in the 3400 block of Norway Trail, where they discovered two men and a woman deceased. The Will County Sheriff's Office said the case appears to be domestic-related and stressed that there is no threat to the public.
Scene, arrests, and immediate details
When deputies stepped into the home, they found the three bodies and quickly took a person of interest into custody. Charges are pending, according to FOX 32 Chicago. Authorities have not yet released the victims' names or explained how they died. Throughout the morning, investigators worked on the property and coordinated with the coroner's office as the case transitioned to a full-scale investigation.
What officials are saying
"There is no threat to the public," the Will County Sheriff's Office said, according to FOX 32 Chicago. The agency also said the deaths appear to be domestic-related and urged anyone with information to get in touch with detectives. Beyond that brief statement, officials are keeping details close as they work to piece together what happened inside the home.
Investigation underway
As of Monday, authorities said they had not publicly identified the victims and were not offering specifics about a possible motive or any weapon involved. Detectives with the Will County Sheriff's Office are leading the homicide investigation and remained at the scene into the day. Outside of that active scene, officials have not indicated any broader public safety concerns.
About Crete Township
Crete Township is in Will County, just south of the Chicago metro area, and has roughly 23,500 residents, according to the Crete Township website. The township site also lists local contacts, including the Will County Sheriff's non-emergency number, which officials have pointed residents to if they have information to share.
How to help
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Will County Sheriff's Office through its tip lines or their local law enforcement agency. Officials have not yet released the names of the victims and are asking for privacy as investigators work to determine what led to the three deaths.
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