HARRISBURG, PA — Nathan R. Wolfe, a 41-year-old man from Kittanning, Armstrong County, has been convicted on multiple charges including third-degree murder and drug delivery resulting in death. The conviction stems from a 2020 incident where Wolfe provided a lethal mix of cocaine laced with fentanyl, resulting in the fatal overdose of 43-year-old Eric McMillen.
The verdict was delivered on Thursday afternoon following a three-day trial where the Armstrong County jury heard detailed accounts of the February 5, 2020 incident. In addition to the murder charges, Wolfe was found guilty of aggravated assault, involuntary manslaughter, delivery of a controlled substance, possession with intent to deliver, and criminal use of a communication facility. He is scheduled to be sentenced on September 20 by Judge Chase G. McClister.
Attorney General Michelle Henry emphasized the dangers of fentanyl in the community, praising the jury and legal teams for their roles in addressing the severe implications of drug trafficking. The case, led by Armstrong County District Attorney’s Office Detective Brian Wolfe, saw contributions from several local police departments and the Pennsylvania State Police in the investigation.
Armstrong County District Attorney Katie Charlton acknowledged the collaborative effort of local law enforcement and thanked the Attorney General’s office for their role in securing the conviction. The case highlights the ongoing battle against drug trafficking in Armstrong County and the severe consequences for those involved in the distribution of dangerous substances.
The trial included critical testimony regarding the transaction that led to McMillen’s death, which occurred in a Shop N’ Save parking lot, where Wolfe exchanged the drugs for the use of McMillen’s vehicle. Further testimony revealed that Wolfe was aware the cocaine was laced with fentanyl and continued to distribute it, leading to additional non-fatal overdoses.
