On January 31, 2017, the U.S. Department of Justice announced the indictment of Salvatore Masciantonio, a 35-year-old resident of Pennsylvania, in connection with a violent crime case. The charges against Masciantonio were filed in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania, specifically in the PAWD Federal District.
According to court documents, Masciantonio was accused of participating in a violent crime committed on an unspecified date. The charges against him included being a felon in possession of a firearm, discharging a firearm during and in relation to a crime of violence, and interfering with commerce by threats or violence.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania stated that Masciantonio allegedly used a firearm during the commission of the crime, which was a serious offense that put the public at risk. The investigation into Masciantonio’s activities was led by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the Pennsylvania State Police.
The case against Masciantonio was a high-profile one, with the U.S. Attorney’s Office emphasizing the need to hold individuals accountable for violent crimes. If convicted, Masciantonio could have faced significant prison time, fines, and other penalties.
On May 25, 2018, Masciantonio pleaded guilty to the charges against him, and on July 27, 2018, he was sentenced to 120 months (10 years) in prison. He also received a $100 special assessment and was ordered to pay restitution.
Key Facts
- Case: MASCIANTONIO
- Court: PAWD Federal District
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: Federal Court Records
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