Daleo G. Powell, Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon, Pennsylvania 2024

Harrisburg Man Charged With Federal Drug And Firearms Offenses

A 32-year-old Harrisburg man has been charged with federal drug and firearms offenses in what authorities are calling a major bust in the city's fight against crime.

Daleo G. Powell, 32, was indicted yesterday by a federal grand jury in Harrisburg on charges of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, possession of a firearm in furtherance of drug trafficking, and possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance.

According to United States Attorney Peter Smith, the charges stem from an initial investigation by Harrisburg Police in December 2014, which allegedly resulted in Powell being found in possession of a loaded firearm and nine bundles of heroin on 15th Street in Harrisburg, PA.

At the time of Powell’s arrest, he allegedly had an active warrant for his arrest, was driving with a suspended license, and had previous felony convictions. The case is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Meredith A. Taylor.

The maximum penalty under federal law is life imprisonment, a term of supervised release following imprisonment, and a fine. Indictments and Criminal Informations are only allegations. All persons charged are presumed to be innocent unless and until found guilty in court.

This case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Harrisburg Police Bureau, as part of an ongoing cooperative effort by federal and local law enforcement.

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. The Judge is also required to consider and weigh a number of factors, including the nature, circumstances and seriousness of the offense; the history and characteristics of the defendant; and the need to punish the defendant, protect the public and provide for the defendant’s educational, vocational and medical needs.

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-mdpa/pr/harrisburg-man-charged-federal-drug-and-firearms-offenses