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Federal violent crime prosecutions in Pennsylvania

Overview

Federal prosecutions for violent crime and drug trafficking in Pennsylvania have resulted in various sentences and guilty pleas.

In early August 2026, federal courts handed down prison sentences to two men. Mujahid Davis, 24, received 11 years for his role in armed robberies targeting Brinks armored trucks in the Philadelphia region. Separately, Darion Ethridge, 26, faced an expected sentence of 7.5 years for fentanyl and heroin distribution following a 2021 investigation.

By late August 2026, additional guilty pleas were entered in cases involving violence against law enforcement and other serious offenses. In Philadelphia, Basir Blow pleaded guilty to carjacking and assaulting federal correctional officers with a weapon and pepper spray; he faces a potential life sentence. In Pittsburgh, Drew Gordon pleaded guilty to attempted murder and assault of a DEA agent after firing shots at an agent’s vehicle, as well as drug trafficking. Gordon is expected to serve 20 years in prison.

Entities

Drug Enforcement Administration · Darion Ethridge · Basir Blow · Monroeville Police Department · Drew Gordon

Timeline

22 days ago

[CRIME] 3 sources
Pennsylvania men plead guilty to federal violent crimes
Two men in Pennsylvania have pleaded guilty to federal charges involving carjacking, assaults on law enforcement officers, and drug trafficking, facing significant prison sentences.
about 1 month ago

[CRIME] 4 sources
Pennsylvania Federal Courts Hand Down Prison Sentences in Armed Robbery and Drug Trafficking Cases
Federal courts in Pennsylvania sentenced Mujahid Davis to 11 years for Brinks armored‑truck robberies and Darion Ethridge faces 7½ years for a 2021 fentanyl‑heroin bust.

Sources

mychesco.com · postaltimes.com · triblive.com