A Grass Valley man was arrested on suspicion of attempted homicide after he allegedly broke into a residence and attacked the couple who live there with a hammer. Eric Craig Hodges, 36, went to the residence on Maiden Lane at about 1 p.m. Friday and forced entry through an unlocked door, said Grass Valley Police Capt. Rex Marks. The attack is believed to have been premeditated, Marks said. “He was intent on assaulting both (victims),” Marks said. “He said he was going to kill both of them.” Hodges’ motive remains under investigation, but Marks indicated it might be related to …












