John Townsend, Contraband Possession, Pennsylvania 2024

WILLIAMSPORT

Two inmates at the United States Federal Correctional Institution, Allenwood (FCC Allenwood), White Deer, Pennsylvania, have been charged with possessing contraband in prison.

According to a recent investigation by officers at FCC Allenwood and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, John Townsend, age 40, and Geraldo Rodriguez Diaz, age 27, were found in possession of cellular telephones on May 10, 2021. The charges stem from this investigation.

Acting United States Attorney Bruce D. Brandler stated, "The criminal information alleges that Townsend and Rodriguez Diaz were each found in possession of cellular telephones on May 10, 2021."

Assistant United States Attorney Alisan V. Martin is prosecuting the case.

Criminal informations are only allegations. All persons charged are presumed to be innocent unless and until found guilty in court.

The defendants face a maximum of one year of incarceration and a fine. Under the Federal Sentencing Guidelines, the Judge is also required to consider and weigh a number of factors, including the nature, circumstances and seriousness of the offense; the history and characteristics of the defendant; and the need to punish the defendant, protect the public and provide for the defendant’s educational, vocational and medical needs.

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