White County Sheriff Deputies, along with the Illinois State Police, Conservation Police, and the Carmi PD K9 unit, responded to a call involving an incident in Maunie Monday. The call reported an individual being targeted with a compound bow and subsequently assaulted.
Upon arrival at the scene, Stephanie Graham informed the authorities that Eric Vessels had aimed a compound bow at a family member before turning it on her, firing a shot that missed her and hit the wall. Vessels then proceeded to physically assault Graham, repeatedly striking her in the head with his hands and feet.
During the investigation, law enforcement discovered a broadhead arrow embedded in the wall, seized a compound bow, and recovered a broken arrow and quiver from the residence.
Graham was transported to Eldorado Hospital for treatment of her injuries. Following an extensive search of the area, Vessels was located and taken into custody.
Eric Vessels faces charges including Attempted Homicide, Aggravated Battery, Aggravated Assault, and Reckless Conduct in connection with the incident.
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