Home invasion arrest at Glynn County Super 8 Motel results in one arrest, multiple weapons seized
Officers from the Glynn County Police Department responded to a call early Tuesday morning at the Super 8 Motel on Palisade Drive.
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Once they arrived, officers witnessed 39-year-old Eric Matthew Harms, Palm City, Fl., kicking in a motel door while in possession of a firearm. Harms said he had three other firearms on him when confronted.
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He was detained without incident. Three firearms and a bag of ammunition were found.
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The department said in a statement that during the investigation, Harms had kicked multiple doors within the motel while brandishing a handgun.
A consensual search of Harms’ cell phone showed he communicated with a woman via a dating application. Also, several financial transactions had been made with her. Threatening text messages with the same woman were also found.
After a search of Harms’ semi-truck, additional firearms, magazines, and ammunition were also found. Harms was charged with:
Criminal Attempt Home Invasion First Degree (five counts).
Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of Certain Crimes (five counts).
Aggravated Assault (five counts).
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As this is an ongoing investigation, if anyone has additional information about this incident you are asked to contact the Glynn County Police Department at 912-554-3645. You can report it anonymously via Silent Witness at 912-264-1333.
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