The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania has announced that Andie Hartley, a 38-year-old resident of Felton, Pennsylvania, was indicted on February 5, 2025. The indictment by a federal grand jury concerns firearms charges.
Acting U.S. Attorney John Gurganus stated that the indictment alleges Hartley possessed a Smith and Wesson .40 caliber pistol on April 9, 2024, in York County, Pennsylvania. At the time, he was reportedly a felon prohibited from possessing firearms. Additionally, Hartley is accused of possessing a .22 H&R Victor revolver with an obliterated serial number.
The investigation was conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives along with the Pennsylvania State Police. Special Assistant U.S. Attorney Mark Monroe is handling the prosecution.
If convicted on the charge of being a felon in possession of a firearm, Hartley faces up to 15 years imprisonment, three years of supervised release, and a $250,000 fine. The charge for possessing a firearm with an obliterated serial number carries a maximum penalty of five years imprisonment and a $250,000 fine.
It is important to note that indictments and criminal informations are only allegations at this stage. All individuals charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.