A York County man has been sentenced to 12 months and 1 day in prison for leaving threatening voicemails with a U.S. Congressman.
Troy Lamont Rishell, 48, was sentenced on May 14, 2026 for threatening a United States Congressman.
According to U.S. Attorney Brian D. Miller, Rishell left eight profanity-laced voicemails with the District Office of the U.S. Congressman. In those messages, Rishell threatened to assault and murder the Congressman, with intent to intimidate him while the Congressman was engaged in the performance of his official duties.
The United States Capitol Police and the United States Secret Service investigated the case. Assistant United States Attorney K. Wesley Mishoe prosecuted the case.
Rishell, of York, Pennsylvania, was found guilty of threatening a U.S. official. The exact charges against Rishell were not specified in the U.S. Attorney’s press release.
The case highlights the serious nature of threats against public officials. Threats against U.S. officials are taken seriously and can result in severe penalties.
Rishell will serve his 12-month sentence at a federal prison. The case serves as a reminder that threats against public officials will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.
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Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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