SCRANTON, Pennsylvania – A Pike County man is facing serious charges after being caught with a stash of fentanyl at the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.
Stephen M. Smith, age 42, of Bushkill, Pennsylvania, was charged on November 9, 2022 by criminal information with possession of fentanyl at the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.
According to United States Attorney Gerard M. Karam, Smith was stopped in his vehicle by Park Rangers at the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area on August 29, 2022, and was found to be in possession of packets of fentanyl.
The charge against Smith resulted from an investigation conducted by Park Rangers from the National Park Service. Assistant United States Attorney Robert J. O’Hara is prosecuting the case.
Under federal law, the maximum penalty for possession of controlled substances on federal property is up to one year in prison. The charge also carries a minimum fine of $1000. A sentence following a finding of guilt is imposed by the Judge after consideration of the applicable federal sentencing statutes and the Federal Sentencing Guidelines.
Smith’s current status in the case is unclear, but it is expected that he will face a judge in the coming weeks to answer to the charges. We will continue to follow this story and provide updates as more information becomes available.
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Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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