Archive · 2 Oct 2025
New Canton, Illinois, on Lockdown After Active Shooter Reports
The town of New Canton, Illinois, is currently under lockdown because of reports about an active shooter.
Law enforcement, including the Pike County Sheriff's Office and the Illinois State Police, are searching for the person.
A helicopter has been sent to help find the suspect.
The authorities have not released details about the shooter.
New Canton, Illinois, is under lockdown.
Reports indicate an active shooter in the area.
Pike County Sheriff’s Office is involved.
The Illinois State Police are assisting.
A helicopter has been deployed for the search.
- Who
- Suspect, actively being searched for.
- What
- Reports of an active shooter.
- When
- Thursday
- Where
- New Canton, Illinois.
- Why
- Information not available in the articles.
- Location
- New Canton, Pike County, Illinois
- Incident Type
- Active Shooter
- Response
- Town under lockdown
- Law Enforcement
- Pike County Sheriff’s Office, Illinois State Police, local departments
- Assistance
- Helicopter deployed