Johnstown, PA – In a shocking turn of events, an inmate at the Federal Correctional Institution in Loretto, Pa., has been charged with possession of a prohibited object in prison.
Ryan S. Harris, 35, was indicted by a federal grand jury in Johnstown on a charge of possession of a prohibited object in prison, announced United States Attorney Scott W. Brady.
According to the indictment, on September 28, 2018, Harris possessed a quantity of Buprenorphine.
The law provides for a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison and a fine of $250,000 or both. Under the Federal Sentencing Guidelines, the actual sentence imposed would be based upon the seriousness of the offense and the prior criminal history of the defendant.
Assistant United States Attorney Stephanie L. Haines is prosecuting this case on behalf of the government.
The Laurel Highlands Resident Agency of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the Federal Correctional Institution, Special Investigative Staff, conducted the investigation leading to the prosecution of Harris.
An indictment is an accusation. A defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
Harris is facing serious consequences, with the possibility of 20 years in prison and a hefty fine of $250,000 or both. The investigation was led by the Laurel Highlands Resident Agency of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the Federal Correctional Institution, Special Investigative Staff.
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Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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