Homewood Felon Charged with Possessing A Gun, Ammunition and Crack Cocaine

PITTSBURGH - One resident of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Pittsburgh on charges of violating federal narcotics and firearms laws, Acting United States Attorney Stephen R. Kaufman announced today.

The two-count Indictment named Keenan Young, 27, of Pittsburgh, PA 15208.

According to the Indictment, on or about April 16, 2021, Young was found to be in possession of crack cocaine. Additionally, Young was found to be in possession of a firearm and ammunition. His prior felony conviction makes it unlawful for him to possess a firearm or ammunition.

The law provides for a maximum total sentence of not more than 30 years in prison, a fine of $2,250,000 or both. Under the Federal Sentencing Guidelines, the actual sentence imposed would be based upon the seriousness of the offenses and the prior criminal history of the defendants. The defendant is currently being detained at Allegheny County Jail

Assistant United States Attorney Michael R. Ball is prosecuting this case on behalf of the government.

The Drug Enforcement Administration and the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police conducted the investigation leading to the Indictment in this case.

An indictment is an accusation. A defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.