USP Allenwood Inmate Charged With Possessing Weapon And Assaulting An Inmate

WILLIAMSPORT - The United States Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced that Michael Lonesome, age 40, an inmate at USP Allenwood, White Deer, PA, was indicted on April 23, 2026, by a federal grand jury for possessing a weapon in prison and assault with a dangerous weapon.

According to United States Attorney Brian D. Miller, the indictment alleges that Lonesome possessed a razor blade, which he allegedly used to assault another inmate.

The Federal Bureau of Prisons and the Federal Bureau of Investigation investigated the case. Assistant United States Attorney Robin Zenzinger is prosecuting the case.

The maximum penalty under federal law for these offenses is 10 years in prison and a fine. A sentence would also include a period of supervised release following imprisonment. A sentence following the finding of guilt is imposed by the Judge after consideration of the applicable federal sentencing statutes and the Federal Sentencing Guidelines.

Indictments are only allegations. All persons charged by indictment are presumed to be innocent unless and until found guilty in court.

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