Drug dealer gets 5 to 10 in state prison

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HARRISBURG, PA – Attorney General Michelle Henry confirmed that 28-year-old Damone Morton has been sentenced to serve 5 to 10 years in prison. Morton was charged with the distribution of fentanyl and other controlled substances across Westmoreland County.

He entered a guilty plea to four felony charges, including the delivery and possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute, dealing in illegal activity proceeds, and receiving stolen property.

The sentencing took place in Westmoreland County Court. The case was a collaborative effort between the Office of Attorney General, the Westmoreland County Drug Task Force, and the Westmoreland County Detective’s Bureau.

Evidence from Morton’s residence included about 3 grams of fentanyl, 4 bricks of heroin, 452 Alprazolam pills, approximately $100,000 in cash, and a stolen handgun.

Leo Canega
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