A Savannah man with prior felony convictions has been found guilty of illegally possessing a firearm following a one-day trial in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, on February 12, 2024, 39-year-old Benjamin Michael Greene stole a vehicle from a man on Augusta Avenue while the victim was attending to his tires.
When approached by police, Greene led officers on a vehicle and foot chase, ending with his arrest following a brief struggle to secure a firearm in his possession. Greene, barred from owning firearms due to prior convictions, was found with an additional firearm and controlled substances at the scene.
U.S. Attorney Margaret E. Heap highlighted the significance of the case, noting the ongoing effort to keep firearms out of the hands of convicted felons. She also acknowledged the key role played by K‑9 Zulu in Greene’s apprehension and the recovery of evidence…