During this incident, Effingham Police were assisted by Effingham County Sheriff’s Office Deputies as well as Illinois State Police Troopers.
Investigators have determined the incident was targeted in nature and that there is no ongoing threat to the general public. Detectives from the Effingham Police Department continue to investigate the incident. As the investigation remains active, no further information will be released at this time.
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