MORRISON, Illinois — Morrison police are asking for the public’s help in finding the person or people responsible for placing an explosive device inside a Morrison family’s mailbox. The mailbox exploded in the early hours Wednesday, Dec. 28, on West Lincolnway.
Damage was done to the mailbox and home. Crime Stoppers is offering a reward up to $1,000 for information leading to an arrest. Additionally, the United State Postal Service is offering a reward up to $500.
Destruction of letter boxes or mail is a federal criminal offense, and is punishable by up to three years in prison, fines up to $250,000, or both.
Anyone with information can call the Morrison Police Department at 815-772-7659 or Whiteside County Crime Stoppers at 877-625-7867.
