PA man to serve over ten-year prison sentence for involvement in fentanyl-related death

( WJET/WFXP ) – A Pennsylvania man will serve over 10 years in prison for his involvement in a fentanyl-related drug overdose.

On Tuesday, July 2, United States Attorney Eric G. Olshan announced that Rahde Williamson, a 28-year-old Duquesne resident, will serve 13 years in prison followed by five years of supervised release for his conviction of distributing fentanyl resulting in death.

According to information presented to the court Williamson, who was previously convicted of of conspiracy to distribute heroin in 2014, supplied over 400 grams of fentanyl to narcotics dealer Delmar Pritchett between December 2018 through August 2019.

In June of 2019, Pritchett distributed fentanyl to an unnamed 21-year-old woman who later died from a drug overdose.

Both Williamson and Pritchett accepted responsibility for the woman’s death during their prosecutions.

U.S. Attorney Olshan commented on the impact fentanyl has had on the United States and emphasized the importance of prosecuting drug-related crimes.

“Today’s sentencing is yet another reminder that the distribution of fentanyl can lead to tragedy,” said U.S. Attorney Olshan. “This office and our partners in law enforcement are dedicated to holding accountable those who distribute deadly substances on the street or inside the walls of a jail.”

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) was commended for their investigation that led to Williamson’s prosecution.

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