Press Release: July 17, 2026
Proactive Criminal Patrol Nets Arrest, 2 Gun Seizures, 1 is Stolen
ARRESTED:
Arthur Freeman, Jr., 38 years old
4585 Hwy 190
Eunice, LA 70535
CHARGES:
2 cts. Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon
Illegal Possession of a Stolen Firearm
Sheriff Bobby J. Guidroz reports, “On July 16, 2026, Narcotics Detectives spotted a traffic
violation while conducting proactive criminal patrol. The subsequent investigation resulted in
the seizure of two firearms, one of them stolen out of Acadia Parish. Detectives also learned
that the passenger, Arthur Freeman, Jr., is a convicted felon, currently on parole until 2028 and
is prohibited from possessing firearms. As Freeman claimed ownership of the firearms, he was
taken into custody.” Sheriff Guidroz concludes, “With all of the technology available to us,
which is indispensable, sometimes good, old-fashion police work and tactics can rule the day.
Having specialized units that can conduct these proactive criminal patrols is a crucial part of our
operations.”
Anyone with additional information about this crime is encouraged to call the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office
at 337-948-6516. You may also call Crime Stoppers at 337-948-TIPS, download the P3 app on your mobile
device or simply dial **TIPS on your mobile phone to tip. All calls are anonymous and you can earn a cash
reward for information leading to an arrest.
This is Sheriff Bobby J. Guidroz. All persons are presumed innocent
until proven guilty in a court of law.
