According to a press release from MPD, Mattoon Police arrested Jason A. Riddle, 43 years of age of Mattoon, for the offense of Cruelty to Animals. The arrest occurred on 04/01/18 at 2:24pm in the 900 block of Piatt Ave in Mattoon.
The charge alleges that on 3/31/18, and while in the 900 block of Piatt Ave in Mattoon, Mr. Riddle used a broom to beat a small dog. Mr. Riddle posted bond after his arrest and was released.