Effingham, Ill (Mattoon, Ill) – Earlier today at approximately 3:40 p.m. Elijah C Goer, 19, of Mattoon was arrested for domestic battery.
According to a released statement by Mattoon Police, “The charge alleges Mr. Goer shoved and choked a female during an argument”.
Following the arrest Goer was transported to Coles County Jail.
Currently there is no released date for a hearing, however we will continue to update as the story develops.