Kyle Bower, Smuggling Cellphones, Pennsylvania 2016

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania – Former correctional officer Kyle Bower, 32, of Harrisburg, has been sentenced to 2 months’ imprisonment followed by 2 months of home detention for smuggling cellular telephones into Dauphin County Prison.

According to United States Attorney John C. Gurganus, Bower was a correctional officer at Dauphin County Prison when he agreed to smuggle cellphones into the prison for money on behalf of inmates. Between October 2015 and January 2016, he smuggled phones into the prison for inmates and was paid hundreds of dollars for each phone.

The illicit activity came to light after a thorough investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Dauphin County Criminal Investigation Division. Assistant U.S. Attorney Michael Consiglio prosecuted the case.

Bower’s actions compromised the security and integrity of the prison, putting the safety of the inmates, staff, and the community at risk.

The 2-month sentence handed down by United States District Court Judge Christopher C. Conner is a stern reminder that corruption and smuggling within our correctional facilities will not be tolerated.

The FBI and the Dauphin County Criminal Investigation Division commend the efforts of the United States Attorney’s Office for bringing this case to justice and upholding the rule of law.

Bower’s case serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of corruption and the importance of ensuring that our correctional facilities remain secure and free from exploitation.

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania remains committed to investigating and prosecuting cases of corruption, smuggling, and other crimes that threaten the safety and well-being of our communities.

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