Molino Man Arrested After Alleged Home Invasion, Assault

A Molino resident is facing serious felony charges following an alleged home invasion and violent assault, according to the Escambia County Sheriff's Office.

Kent Gregory Harrell, 40, was arrested and charged with felony burglary with assault or battery and felony battery by strangulation. According to an arrest report, Harrell allegedly forced his way into a residence, where he choked and attempted to suffocate a woman with a pillow.

Details about the victim's condition or the circumstances leading to the arrest were not immediately released. The investigation remains ongoing.