A California man has been locked up for distributing a deadly drug in western Pennsylvania. Richard Sperry, 54, was sentenced to five years (60 months) in prison followed by four years of supervised release on his conviction of distributing methamphetamine in violation of federal drug trafficking laws.
Senior United States District Judge Donetta W. Ambrose imposed the sentence on Sperry in a federal court in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
According to the evidence presented to the court, Sperry distributed 5 grams or more of methamphetamine on two occasions. This occurred between February 4-7, 2017, and April 7-10, 2017.
Assistant United States Attorney Cindy K. Chung prosecuted this case on behalf of the government.
United States Attorney Scott W. Brady commended the Drug Enforcement Administration, the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General, and the United States Postal Inspection Service for the investigation leading to the successful prosecution of Sperry.
Sperry, a California resident, is now facing a lengthy prison sentence for distributing a highly addictive and deadly substance in western Pennsylvania.
The sentencing highlights the ongoing fight against drug trafficking in the region and the importance of law enforcement agencies working together to bring perpetrators to justice.
Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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