Archive · 21 Sep 2026
Illinois Police Seize 650 Toilet Paper Rolls in Prank Crackdown
Police in Illinois found 650 rolls of toilet paper before they could be used in homecoming pranks.
Residents said people had thrown toilet paper, eggs and other messy items at homes and cars.
Some of the targeted homes belonged to people who were not involved with homecoming.
Police said the incidents happened over two nights.
They reported seeing groups of about 20 to 25 people wearing hoodies and ski masks.
The groups allegedly arrived in several vehicles and caused damage or messes.
Police said homecoming traditions do not excuse damaging other people’s property.
They named the seizure “Operation Clean Sweep” and jokingly described it as a two-ply trafficking bust.
Illinois police seized 650 toilet paper rolls allegedly intended for homecoming pranks in the Plainfield area.
Residents reported attacks involving toilet paper, eggs, ketchup, detergent pods and other items.
The police said complaints were received over two nights, with double-digit reports each evening.
Authorities said groups of roughly 20–25 masked people targeted homes and cars in multiple vehicles.
Police called the operation “Operation Clean Sweep” and estimated the toilet paper’s street value at $1,708.66.
- Who
- Illinois police, local residents, and groups of approximately 20–25 masked people allegedly involved in the attacks.
- What
- Police seized 650 toilet paper rolls allegedly intended for homecoming-related property attacks and investigated complaints about vandalism and messes.
- When
- The complaints were reported on Monday and Tuesday evenings, between 7:15 p.m. and 9:15 p.m.
- Where
- The incidents were reported in the Plainfield area, with the police post specifically referring to North Plainfield and areas near Plainfield North High School.
- Why
- Police said the seizure was intended to stop attacks that damaged property and disrupted residents’ quality of life.
- Toilet paper seized
- 650 rolls
- Estimated street value
- $1,708.66
- Reported attack period
- Two nights, Monday and Tuesday
- Reported time
- 7:15 p.m. to 9:15 p.m.
- Estimated group size
- Approximately 20–25 people
- Reported items used
- Toilet paper, eggs, ketchup, laundry detergent pods and other items
- Police operation name
- Operation Clean Sweep