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Pittsburgh Man Pleads Guilty to Gun Possession and Drug Charges
Hazeon Kidd, a 21-year-old resident of Pittsburgh’s Highland Park neighborhood, has pleaded guilty to three counts of violating federal narcotic and firearms laws. Kidd, who is not a felon, admitted to being a regular user of marijuana and was smoking on the day of his arrest.
On May 13, 2021, Allegheny County Police detectives responded to a shooting in Clairton and followed a red Kia automobile occupied by four individuals. When the detectives approached the vehicle, they found multiple firearms in plain view. Kidd was in possession of a gun, as well as 13 grams of a fentanyl and cocaine mixture.
Despite being released on bond with conditions, Kidd continued to sell fentanyl and cocaine. A confidential informant working with the North Huntington Police Department arranged a three-gram purchase for $600, which ultimately led to Kidd’s arrest. The State Police laboratory confirmed that the substance purchased from Kidd was a fentanyl and cocaine mixture, weighing approximately three grams.
Kidd faces a maximum sentence of 45 years in prison, a fine of $2,250,000, or both. Judge Cathy Bissoon scheduled sentencing for August 24, 2022, at 1:45 p.m. Pending sentencing, Kidd was remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshals Service.
Assistant United States Attorney Brendan T. Conway is prosecuting this case on behalf of the government. The Allegheny County Police and the North Huntington Police conducted the investigation that led to the prosecution of Kidd.
The case highlights the ongoing struggle with gun violence and drug trafficking in Pittsburgh and surrounding areas. As the city continues to grapple with these issues, residents can expect increased law enforcement efforts to combat these crimes.
Hazeon Kidd, 21, of Pittsburgh, pleaded guilty to:
- Violating federal narcotic laws
- Violating federal firearms laws
City: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Date: May 13, 2021
Sentence: Pending sentencing, faces up to 45 years in prison and a fine of $2,250,000
Dollar amount: $2,250,000
Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Weapons|Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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