United States Attorney's Office for the Western District of Pennsylvania
06/23/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 06/23/2026 11:45
Oklahoma Man Pleads Guilty to Fentanyl Trafficking
PITTSBURGH, Pa. - A resident of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, pleaded guilty in federal court to a charge of trafficking fentanyl, United States Attorney Troy Rivetti announced today.
Edwin Hernandez, 24, pleaded guilty to one count before United States District Judge W. Scott Hardy.
In connection with the guilty plea, the Court was informed that, on February 2, 2022, Hernandez possessed with intent to distribute 400 grams or more of fentanyl.
Judge Hardy scheduled sentencing for October 27, 2026. The law provides for a maximum total sentence of not less than 10 years and up to life in prison, a fine of up to $10 million, or both. Under the federal Sentencing Guidelines, the actual sentence imposed is based upon the seriousness of the offense and the prior criminal history, if any, of the defendant.
Assistant United States Attorney Craig W. Haller is prosecuting this case on behalf of the United States.
The Pennsylvania State Police and Homeland Security Investigations conducted the investigation that led to the prosecution of Hernandez.
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