Manteno Police (Friday) reported a stabbing death -- the community’s first homicide in 24 years. 61-year-old Richard Alverson of Manteno was found lying on the floor at a residence on Longfellow Drive. Police and the Kankakee County Coroner’s Office confirmed the stabbing death. are investigating the stabbing death of Richard Alverson.
Manteno Police Chief Al Swinford said officers responded to reports of a battery.  Anyone with info is asked to call Manteno Police at 815-929-4801. Those wishing to remain anonymous can call CrimeStoppers at 815-932-7463.

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