PITTSBURGH, PA — A resident of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is facing allegations of violating federal narcotics and firearms laws, according to an announcement made by United States Attorney Eric G. Olshan on Wednesday, March 13, 2024.
Kendall McKoy, 21, has been named as the sole defendant in a three-count Superseding Indictment by a federal grand jury in Pittsburgh.
The indictment alleges that on or about June 7, 2021, McKoy intended to distribute fentanyl and cocaine base. Furthermore, on the same day, it is alleged that McKoy possessed a firearm in connection with this drug trafficking crime.
Adding to the charges, the indictment states that on or about June 27, 2022, McKoy, who is a convicted felon, was in possession of a firearm and ammunition. Federal law prohibits individuals convicted of a felony from possessing firearms or ammunition.
If found guilty, the law stipulates a maximum total sentence of no less than five years and up to life in prison, a fine of up to $1 million, or both. The actual sentence would be determined based on the seriousness of the offenses and the defendant’s prior criminal history, as guided by the federal Sentencing Guidelines.
Assistant United States Attorney DeMarr W. Moulton is prosecuting this case on behalf of the government.
The investigation leading to the Superseding Indictment was conducted by the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
This case forms part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a collaborative program involving all levels of law enforcement and communities with the aim to reduce violent crime and gun violence.
It is crucial to note that a superseding indictment is an accusation. A defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
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