Incident Overview
On August 1, 2024, deputies from the Frederick County Sheriff's Office in Maryland were dispatched to the Super8 motel to locate 45-year-old Jack Edgar Primer, who was wanted on a felony warrant for child sexual assault and possession of child pornography.
Arrest Attempt
- Location: Super8 Motel, Maryland
- Suspect: Jack Edgar Primer, 45, from Freedom, Pennsylvania
- Charges: Felony warrant for child sexual assault and possession of child pornography
Upon arrival, deputies confirmed Primer's vehicle and room. They attempted to communicate with him, but he refused to open the door, claiming he was armed.
Standoff and Shooting
- Duration: Officers waited for backup, including SWAT teams, for over an hour.
- Escalation: Primer brandished what appeared to be a handgun, leading to a tense standoff.
- Outcome: Officers fired after Primer exited his room with the weapon, which was later identified as a BB gun. He was shot and subsequently arrested.
Medical Response
Primer was transported to the University of Maryland Shock Trauma unit, where he was stabilized.
Legal Proceedings
- Charges: Primer faces 31 felony counts of child sexual abuse, 230 counts of child pornography, and additional charges from previous incidents dating back to 2017. For more information on the implications of such crimes, see our summary on Forced Sterilizations in the US: A Historical and Contemporary Crisis.
- Current Status: He is being held at Beaver County Jail, awaiting trial.
Law Enforcement Perspective
The incident highlights the challenges law enforcement faces when dealing with suspects involved in crimes against children. Officers must balance their emotions while ensuring public safety and adhering to due process, as emphasized by the speaker in the video. For insights into the role of law enforcement in such cases, refer to our summary on Understanding the Role of a Digital Forensics Investigator. Additionally, for those interested in the tools used in forensic investigations, check out 21 Free Forensic Investigation Tools You Need to Know.
on August 1st 2024 deputies with the Frederick County Sheriff's Office in Maryland were dispatched to the Super8
motel in an attempt to locate 45-year-old Jack Edgar primer of Freedom Pennsylvania primer was wanted on a
felony warrant out of Beaver County Pennsylvania for child sexual assault abuse and possession of child
pornography deputies located primmer's vehicle in the parking lot confirmed which room he was in and moved in for
the arrest unknown to officers at the time primer was armed with a loaded [Music]
gun Sheriff's Office Sheriff's Office come to the door what do you want we need to talk to
you about what you know what open the door now tell you right now I got a gun so do we open the door with your
hands up now now3 no open the door now we'll figure that out come out
now open the door yeah come closer get behind over there open the door come now hey get
last you got your camera on Mr Brimmer open the door now come out with your hands up we don't
want anybody get hurt Mr primer it's time to open the door jar you got
hands you open the door I'm moving over there all right switch your hands come out
now come out now you know you have a warrant come out now right now you have a warrant you're
under arrest come out right now open the door and come out now with your hands up
slowly yeah Mr primer we're not going anywhere let's end this peacefully through the next hour officers held
their position and waited for heavy armor additional units and for SWAT teams to take over officers then took up
firing positions ensuring that primer could not escape from his window what happened next next took Everyone by
[Music] surprise drop it drop it you have gas drop the gun drop
it drop it a second angle from a hotel security camera Capt a better view of what appeared to be the suspect
brandishing a [Music] handgun drop the gun all right guns out
in the hallway come out now all right we're we're not let the dust settle gun in
there hang on that's right yes yeah I think I don't know know
anyone else here what did you just come on man I'm Not Dangerous he's out he's in back in his room all right it's fine
we're not doing anything hey keep your hands in the air hands in the air get get in here get your mask hands in the
air get in here get your mask that's all right that's all
right do not D don't move all right listen he's down over there we need to move up and hands okay
who's got hands hands you guys got hands ready no whoever's got hands mes come out we're
coming do not move do not move don't moveing glov do not
move do not move do not move do not move a all right Cofe got get I got
turn m the room Stell all right you're good you're good
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need right here [Music] more we have
more we need to we need to check the other side [Applause]
too we need to check the others EMS is coming in my stomach in your stomach he says
he's hit in the stomach somewhere I see a hole there where one hole in the stomach no that's that's not a hole oh
yeah it is it is a hole one there one here I think one underneath the armpit maybe right there it could be exit or I
don't know put me in the foot in your foot he's got something in his turn AIT on a leg the handgun that primer
brandished turned out to be a Crossman SNR 357 which is designed to shoot BBS or pellets according to a press release
put out by the Frederick County Sheriff's Office primer was transported to the University of Maryland Shock
Trauma unit in Baltimore by Maryland State Police Helicopter where he was stabilized and survived his wounds
according to Maryland court documents primer was extradited to Pennsylvania on August 27th 2024 Pennsylvania court
documents revealed that primmer faces 31 felony counts of child sex abuse by photographing a sex act 230 felony
counts of child pornography one count of criminal use of a communication facility and a misdemeanor count of Corruption of
minors he also faces a second case stemming from previous criminal acts allegedly committed in 2021 which
involve a laundry list of felonies including two counts of involuntary deviate sexual intercourse of a person
less than 16 years of age two counts of rap threat of forcible compulsion two counts of sexual assault aggravated
indecent assault of a minor statutory sexual assault of a child 8 to 11 years old unlawful sexual contact with a minor
two counts of Corruption of minors two counts of rape of an unconscious victim and 51 counts of indecent assault of a
person less than 13 years of age primer also faces a third trial where he was charged with 15 felony counts of child
pornography and a single felony count of criminal use of a communication facility stemming from alleged crimes committed
in 2017 as of March 3rd a hearing was scheduled for April 1st 2025 to consolidate all cases for trial Midwest
safety independently verified that Jack primer is currently being held at Beaver County Jail awaiting trial he is
innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law now there's absolutely nothing like responding to a call to apprehend a
wanted Fon and of course we know that all crime is bad but when the suspect is Wi on crimes that possibly involve
children it's especially tough for any law enforcement officer to have to deal with and it took me years to learn how
to separate my personal emotions from the calls that I responded to and honestly I never mastered it however I
always knew that even though some calls made me extremely angry losing my composure wouldn't be a smart decision
so today guys we get a view of the Frederick County Sheriff's Office arriving at a motel and they're trying
to apprehend a white male Jack primer who's wanted on a felony warrant for some very disturbing things and this is
why these calls have to be conducted with planning and strategy and the deputies likely gathered all the intel
on this guy they confirmed that he's there and now they have to ex and as the deputies knock a few times a male does
acknowledge them and asks from behind the closed door what do you want and we do see that there's multiple deputies in
the hallway on either side of the door which is smart because you never want to stand right in front of the door cuz
many times these people are armed after realizing that he's not coming out peacefully the deputies along with the
Frederick City police Evacuate the area because this is now a barricaded one fell so they cover all of the exits
making sure that he can't escape and then gunshots are heard from the suspect's room so the deputies used the
40 mm sponge route and as a suspect leaves his room briefly with a gun in his left hand the deputies are forced to
fire their weapons and after a wounded suspect throws his gun down which we learn was a BB gun he lays down in the
hallway and the deputies use a tactical approach and cuff them up and this is why police have to remain in control of
their emotions cuz now they have to provide first aid now on the end guys none of us are judge jury or executioner
and when I hear of people committing crimes like this I do get angry I'm human because I have three children
myself and yes they may be adults now but they were children once and they have children of their own but do
remember this the Fifth Amendment of the United States Constitution guarantees citizens that no one should should be
deprived of Life property or Liberty without following the due process of the law and what is due process it's a
fundamental principle of fairness in all legal matters both civil and criminal especially in the courts and even though
it might be difficult we have to trust due process and not take the law into our own hands because if we do we're no
different than the criminals
Jack Edgar Primer was arrested by deputies from the Frederick County Sheriff's Office on August 1, 2024, after being located at the Super8 Motel. He was wanted on a felony warrant from Beaver County, Pennsylvania, for child sexual assault and possession of child pornography.
During the arrest attempt, deputies knocked on Primer's motel room door, but he refused to come out. After realizing he was armed with a loaded gun, the deputies evacuated the area and waited for additional units and SWAT teams. Gunshots were heard from the room, and when Primer exited with a gun, deputies were forced to fire their weapons, ultimately wounding him.
Jack Primer brandished a Crossman SNR 357, which is designed to shoot BBs or pellets. Initially, it was perceived as a real firearm, leading to the tense situation during the arrest.
Jack Primer faces multiple serious charges, including 31 felony counts of child sexual abuse, 230 felony counts of child pornography, and various other charges related to previous criminal acts involving minors. He is currently awaiting trial in Beaver County Jail.
Law enforcement approached the situation with caution, ensuring they had a tactical plan in place. They evacuated the area, secured all exits to prevent escape, and maintained communication with Primer. After he was wounded, they provided first aid while ensuring the scene was safe.
Due process is a fundamental principle that guarantees fair treatment in legal matters. It ensures that individuals, including suspects like Jack Primer, are entitled to a fair trial and legal representation, regardless of the nature of the charges against them.
Officers often experience strong emotions when dealing with cases involving crimes against children. The content of such cases can be particularly distressing, and while they strive to remain professional, it can be challenging to separate personal feelings from their duties.
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