VALDOSTA – Valdosta police make multiple firearm arrests on East Brookwood Drive.

Release:

Arrested: 1: Zion Hardy, African American male, 19 years of age, Valdosta resident
Arrested: 2: Harvey Freeman, African American male 17 years of age, Valdosta resident

On October 2, 2024, at approximately 9:30 pm., Valdosta Police Department Narcotics Detectives were patrolling neighborhoods, which had no power, to monitor any criminal activity.  While in the 700 block of East Brookwood Drive, detectives observed several males standing in front of a residence.  When these males observed the detectives, they began to attempt to flee from the area and hide.

As detectives spoke with the individuals, they observed several handguns in the immediate area of the males. 

After investigating the incident, detectives arrested Zion Hardy, 19 years of age, along with Harvey Freeman, 17 years of age.  Both Harvey and Freeman were transported to Lowndes County Jail.

Harvey has been charged with possession of a firearm by a convicted felon (felony).  Freeman was charged with possession of a firearm by a minor (misdemeanor).

Detectives seized four (4) handguns.

“There is no doubt in my mind that the great work by these detectives prevented a violent crime from occurring.” Said Chief Leslie Manahan  If anyone has any further information on this case or any other cases, please contact the Valdosta Police Department Bureau of Investigative Services at 229-293-3145, the crime tip line at 229-293-3091, or file a tip online at www.valdostacity.com/police-department.