Alfonso Algeria, Possession of a Weapon, Pennsylvania 2021

USP Allenwood Inmate Charged with Possession of a Weapon

WILLIAMSPORT, Pennsylvania - In a shocking turn of events, Alfonso Algeria, a 39-year-old inmate at the United States Penitentiary Allenwood (USP Allenwood), has been charged with possessing a weapon in prison.

According to the indictment, Algeria possessed an approximately 7 1/2-inch long piece of wood, sharpened to a point and wrapped with tape and cord to form a hand grip and lanyard, concealed within his rectal cavity on September 4, 2021. The federal Bureau of Prisons and the FBI investigated the case, and Assistant United States Attorney George J. Rocktashel is prosecuting the case.

Algeria faces a maximum term of 5 years' imprisonment on the single count of the indictment, a fine of up to $250,000, and a maximum term of supervised release of three years.

It's worth noting that indictments are only allegations, and all persons charged are presumed to be innocent unless and until found guilty in court.

A sentence following a finding of guilt is imposed by the Judge after consideration of the applicable federal sentencing statutes and the Federal Sentencing Guidelines.

Algeria's case is a stark reminder of the importance of maintaining a safe and secure prison environment, and the consequences of violating these rules.

The case is still ongoing, and we will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.

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Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-mdpa/pr/usp-allenwood-inmate-charged-possession-weapon