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Local Resident Sentenced in Narco Case
A Johnstown, Pennsylvania, resident has pleaded guilty to violating federal narcotics laws, according to court documents.
Jonathan Brunson, 54, pleaded guilty to Counts One, Two, Three, and Five of the Superseding Indictment on November 4, 2025, before United States District Judge Marilyn J. Horan.
According to the indictment, Brunson conspired to distribute and possess with intent to distribute large quantities of narcotics, including 500 grams or more of methamphetamine, 28 grams or more of crack, 40 grams or more of fentanyl, and quantities of heroin and cocaine, from April 2019 to July 2021.
Brunson was intercepted on a federal wiretap obtaining quantities of the drugs that he distributed to others, according to the indictment.
The law provides for a maximum total sentence of not less than 10 years and up to life in prison, a fine of up to $10 million, or both.
Brunson’s sentencing is scheduled for March 11, 2026.
Assistant United States Attorney Maureen Sheehan-Balchon is prosecuting this case on behalf of the government.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Laurel Highlands Resident Agency and Homeland Security Investigations conducted the investigation that led to the prosecution of Brunson.
Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Fraud & Financial Crimes|Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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