On July 11, 2024, the Burke County Sheriff’s Office took a report of an alleged financial crime. During the course of the investigation, the Criminal Investigations/Narcotics Division began receiving fraudulent documents and evidence from the reporting party. After further investigation, it was discovered that the reporting party had falsified documents, including but not limited to receipts and inventories for the express purpose of incriminating the alleged defendant. Upon this discovery, warrants were issued on Erik Eugene Katner for Felony Forgery of Deeds or Wills. Katner was arrested and taken into custody on August 12, 2024, without incident. He was issued a $5,000 secured bond and given a court date of August 13, 2024. During his first appearance, he was given a new court date of September 12, 2024.