CRIME & LAW

Georgia: NeNe Leakes' son held over child support

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GEORGIA – Bryson Bryant, the 36-year-old eldest son of former “Real Housewives of Atlanta” television personality NeNe Leakes, remains in custody at the Gwinnett County Jail following his May 1, 2026, arrest on three separate warrants. According to jail and court records from Gwinnett County, local law enforcement officers took Bryant into custody on warrants alleging failure to pay court-ordered child support, violation of probation connected to a prior criminal case, and failure to appear at a mandatory court hearing. A judge set his total bond at $27,000, and records indicate he has not posted the required bail, leaving him incarcerated while the charges move through the legal system. GEORGIA – The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office on June 22, 2026, released a new booking photograph of Bryant, who has been held continuously since his arrest. Court documents show that the probation violation stems from a high-profile 2024 case in which officers found Bryant in possession of a substance later identified as fentanyl. During that earlier incident, police reports state that Bryant attempted to avoid arrest by giving officers a false name and claiming to be his younger brother, Brentt Leakes, which led to an additional charge of providing false information to law enforcement. The 2024 case concluded with a negotiated plea agreement that placed Bryant on 12 months of supervised probation instead of active prison time.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

2024 Bryant arrested for fentanyl possession
2024 He gives police false identity
2024 Case ends with negotiated plea
2024 Court imposes 12 months probation
May 1, 2026 Bryant arrested on three warrants
May 1, 2026 Booked into Gwinnett County Jail
June 22, 2026 Sheriff releases new booking photo
June 2026 Remains detained, bond not posted

News Intelligence

This case highlights the ongoing issue of child support evasion, which affects families nationwide. If you're dealing with a similar situation, you can contact your local child support enforcement agency for assistance. Remember, everyone has a legal obligation to support their children.