PITTSBURGH – Kathryn Joyce, a 31-year-old resident of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has been sentenced to six months imprisonment and three years supervised release for her conviction of violating federal narcotics laws. The sentence was imposed by United States District Judge David S. Cercone.
According to court documents, Joyce unlawfully possessed with intent to distribute 334 oxycodone 30 mg tablets when she was stopped by the Ross Township Police on January 11, 2012. She also sold 20 of these pills to a confidential informant. The offense carries serious consequences under federal law.
United States Attorney David J. Hickton announced the sentence, praising the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Ross Township Police Department for their thorough investigation that led to Joyce’s successful prosecution.
Assistant United States Attorney Stephen R. Kaufman represented the government in this case. The gravity of the offense is not lost on the justice system, as it continues to crack down on drug trafficking across the state.
Joyce’s sentence serves as a stark reminder of the severe penalties for illegal possession and distribution of controlled substances. The community can take some solace in the swift action taken by law enforcement to bring her to justice.
The successful prosecution of Kathryn Joyce underscores the commitment of federal agencies to combat drug crime, particularly in areas where it poses a significant threat to public safety.
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Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Fraud & Financial Crimes|Violent Crime|Sex Crimes|Cybercrime|Public Corruption|Weapons|Human Trafficking|White Collar Crime|Organized Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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