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New Castle man guilty of cocaine distribution conspiracy

Michael DiVittorio
By Michael DiVittorio
1 Min Read March 11, 2020 | 6 years Ago
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A New Castle man accused of conspiring to distribute cocaine pleaded guilty Wednesday in federal court to narcotics violations.

Wesley Cox, also known as Michael Deshawn Carter, 38, admitted guilt before U.S. District Judge Marilyn J. Horan.

Authorities said he as part of a conspiracy to distribute at least five kilograms of cocaine and 280 grams crack cocaine, in 2017 through last May .

Judge Horan scheduled sentencing for June 30. Cox could be sentenced to from 10 years up to life in prison.

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Michael DiVittorio is a TribLive reporter covering general news in Western Pennsylvania, with a penchant for festivals and food. He can be reached at mdivittorio@triblive.com.

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