MATTOON, IL -(Effingham Radio)- Anthony K. Hamilton, 31, of Mattoon is now facing Domestic Battery Charges following an incident with an 11 year old boy.
According to details released earlier today by Mattoon Police, “The charge alleges that on 5/5/18, and during a domestic dispute, Mr. Hamilton used a horse whip to strike an 11 year old male numerous times about the body, causing redness, swelling, bruising, and broken skin in one spot.”
Hamilton was arrested the next day at approximately 4:09 p.m., and taken to Coles County Jail.
Coles County States’ Attorney, Brian Bower, was contacted for further comment, but there was not an immediate response.