North Hills Woman Pleads Guilty to Oxycodone Possession

Hard-hitting headlines echoed through the grimy streets of Pittsburgh as Kathryn Joyce, a 30-year-old resident of North Hills, PA, pleaded guilty in federal court for violating the hallowed federal narcotics laws. The United States Attorney David J. Hickton made the announcement today.

Joyce, whose life took a darker turn on January 11, 2012, when she was stopped by the Ross Township Police, faced one count of unlawful possession with intent to distribute 334 oxycodone 30 mg tablets. The court heard her guilty plea before United States District Judge David S. Cercone.

The sentence for such a heinous act is no joke; it can mean up to 20 years in the slammer, a fine of $1,000,000, or both. Yet, the actual sentence imposed on July 2, 2013, would depend on the seriousness of the offense and any prior criminal history the defendant may have.

Assistant United States Attorney Stephen R. Kaufman is the one leading the charge against Joyce, representing the government with unyielding determination. The investigation that led to Joyce’s downfall was a joint effort by the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Ross Township Police Department.

This case serves as a stark reminder of the relentless fight against drug trafficking in our communities. As we await the sentence, one thing is clear: Kathryn Joyce will have to face the harsh reality of her actions.