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Fatal Overdose Tragedy: Former Erie Man Sentenced to 13 Years for Fentanyl Trafficking
ERIE, Pa. – In a devastating case of fentanyl trafficking that led to a fatal overdose, Derrick Lamont Hemphill, Sr., a 30-year-old former resident of Erie, Pennsylvania, has been sentenced in federal court to 13 years in jail.
Hemphill, formerly of Erie, Pennsylvania, was convicted of violating federal drug laws, as announced by Acting United States Attorney Stephen R. Kaufman. Senior United States District Judge David S. Cercone imposed the sentence on Hemphill.
According to information presented to the court, as part of his guilty plea, Hemphill acknowledged his responsibility for the sale of fentanyl that caused the death of K.A.J. on November 26, 2017.
Assistant United States Attorney Paul S. Sellers prosecuted this case on behalf of the government.
Acting United States Attorney Kaufman commended the Erie County District Attorney’s Office County Detective Bureau, the Erie County District Attorney’s Office Drug Task Force, the Millcreek Township Police Department, and the Erie Police Department, with assistance from the Drug Enforcement Administration for the investigation leading to the successful prosecution of Hemphill.
Hemphill’s 13-year sentence serves as a reminder of the devastating consequences of fentanyl trafficking, which has plagued communities nationwide. As the nation grapples with the opioid epidemic, cases like Hemphill’s highlight the need for continued vigilance and cooperation among law enforcement agencies.
The community mourns the loss of K.A.J. and hopes that Hemphill’s conviction brings closure to the family and loved ones affected by this tragedy.
Defendant: Derrick Lamont Hemphill, Sr.
Criminal Charges: Violating federal drug laws
City and State: Erie, Pennsylvania
Exact Date: November 26, 2017 (fatal overdose date)
Sentence: 13 years in jail
Defendant’s Age: 30
Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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