United States Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania
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FCI Allenwood Inmate Sentenced to 21 Months' Imprisonment For Possessing Weapon
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FCI Allenwood Inmate Sentenced to 21 Months' Imprisonment For Possessing Weapon
Friday, September 12, 2025
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U.S. Attorney's Office, Middle District of Pennsylvania
Williamsport-The United States Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced that Eric Rodriguez, age 32, an inmate in FCI Allenwood, was sentenced yesterday to 21 months' imprisonment by Chief United States District Judge Matthew W. Brann for possessing contraband in prison.
According to Acting United States Attorney John Gurganus, Rodriguez was indicted by a federal grand jury after being found in possession of a razor blade with a handle made from electrical tape during a random pat search. Rodriguez pleaded guilty to possessing contraband in prison before being sentenced.
The case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Assistant U.S. Attorney Robin Zenzinger prosecuted the case.
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Updated September 12, 2025
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