Trending Now - Authorities Probe Bomb Threat Targeting Pope's Brother's Residence

WHO:

NBC News - The home targeted belongs to one of Pope Leo XIV’s brothers.

WHAT:

NBC News - A bomb threat was reported at the residence, which was later found to be unsubstantiated.

IJR - Authorities are investigating the incident to determine the origin of the bomb threat report.

WHERE:

NBC News - The incident occurred at the Illinois home of Pope Leo XIV’s brother.

WHEN:

NBC News - The bomb threat was reported on Thursday, April 14th, 2026.

WHY:

IJR - The investigation is ongoing to ascertain the reasons behind the bomb threat.

HOW:

IJR - Authorities are working to determine the origin of the bomb threat report.

(UPDATED April 16, 2026 19:24 UTC)

A bomb threat was reported on Tuesday, at the Illinois home of one of Pope Leo XIV’s brothers, but it was later found to be unsubstantiated. Authorities are currently investigating the incident to determine the origin of the bomb threat report and ascertain the reasons behind it. The investigation is ongoing as officials work to gather more information about the situation.