Brad Troup, a 39-year-old man from Northern Cambria, Pennsylvania, has pleaded guilty to distributing heroin that caused the overdose death of Jeremiah Huey. Troup appeared before United States District Judge Cathy Bissoon and admitted to selling heroin on January 13, 2016, which ultimately led to Huey’s demise.
Assistant United States Attorney Katherine A. King is prosecuting the case on behalf of the government. The investigation was conducted by the Drug Enforcement Administration, the Pennsylvania State Police, the Offices of the District Attorneys of Allegheny and Indiana Counties, and the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police.
Troup could face a maximum sentence of up to 20 years in prison, a fine of $1,000,000, or both, according to the Federal Sentencing Guidelines. The actual sentence will be determined by the seriousness of the offense and Troup’s prior criminal history.
The guilty plea was announced by Acting United States Attorney Soo C. Song. Troup is scheduled to be sentenced on March 9, 2018, by Judge Conti.
The heroin epidemic has claimed countless lives in the United States, and cases like Troup’s serve as a reminder of the devastating consequences of heroin trafficking. The Grimy Times will continue to follow this case and provide updates as more information becomes available.
Troup’s actions not only led to the death of Jeremiah Huey but also perpetuated the cycle of addiction and violence that plagues our communities. It is imperative that we hold individuals accountable for their roles in the heroin trade and work towards finding solutions to this complex public health issue.
The Grimy Times sends its condolences to the family and loved ones of Jeremiah Huey, who lost their life to the devastating effects of heroin.
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Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Fraud & Financial Crimes|Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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