Thadusse Hartridge, Possession of Contraband, Pennsylvania 2023

SCRANTON – A shocking crime has shaken the Federal Correctional Institution, Schuylkill, in Minersville, Pennsylvania. Thadusse Hartridge, a 22-year-old inmate, pleaded guilty on November 28, 2023, to the charge of possession of contraband in prison before U.S. District Court Judge Julia K. Munley.

According to United States Attorney Gerard M. Karam, Hartridge, formerly of Washington D.C., admitted to possessing a dangerous prison-made weapon, commonly known as a ‘shank.’ The charge stems from an incident in October 2022 in which staff at FCI Schuylkill found Hartridge in possession of the weapon.

The investigation was conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Bureau of Prisons Special Investigative Service. Assistant United States Attorney Robert J. O’Hara is prosecuting the case.

The maximum penalty under federal law is five years of imprisonment, a term of supervised release following imprisonment, and a fine. 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.

Thadusse Hartridge, the 22-year-old inmate, is currently facing a maximum penalty of five years of imprisonment and a fine. The case is set to be decided by Judge Julia K. Munley after considering the federal sentencing statutes and guidelines.

As the investigation continues, the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Bureau of Prisons Special Investigative Service are working together to ensure the safety and security of the Federal Correctional Institution, Schuylkill.

Thadusse Hartridge, formerly of Washington D.C., is set to face the consequences of his actions in the coming weeks. The outcome of the case will be a crucial reminder of the importance of maintaining order and security within our correctional facilities.