The La Porte County Sheriff’s Office has announced the arrest of 48-year-old Matthew J. Mayer of Elmira, New York, in connection with a home invasion that occurred last weekend.
Late in the morning of August 9th, deputies were summoned to a residence located in the 6000 west block of CR 400 North. They were advised an individual had forced entry into the home and was attacking the homeowner. Deputies arrived and encountered a male subject, later identified as Mayer, outside the residence. Mayer was taken into custody and the on-scene investigation continued.
The victim and homeowner, a 63-year-old female, reported being inside her home and observed a vehicle in her driveway. The victim started walking towards the front door when suddenly it was forced open by Mayer. Mayer proceeded inside the residence and began to violently attack the victim. Several juveniles, who had been riding in the vehicle with Mayer, entered the home and convinced Mayer to cease his actions.
The victim sustained upper body injuries and was evaluated by emergency medical services at the scene. Mayer was transported to an area hospital for clearance.
A probable cause affidavit and charging information were prepared. Probable Cause was granted, and a sealed arrest warrant was issued for Mayer.
Mayer was discharged on August 14th and picked up by the Warrants Division, and was transported to the La Porte County Jail (LCJ) and arrested for the following offenses:
• Burglary – Resulting in Bodily Injury, L3 Felony
• Battery – Resulting in Moderate Bodily Injury, L6 Felony
• Residential Entry, L6 Felony
• Strangulation, L6 Felony
Mayer remains housed in La Porte County Jail and is being held on a $25,005.00 cash-only bond.
The investigation has determined there to be no connection between Mayer, the victim, and the residence.
Arrests and criminal charges are mere accusations. Every person is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
