Derby Man Sentenced for Federal Drug Distribution Charges

A Derby man was sentenced to 37 months in prison on federal charges of distributing drugs, according to the US Attorney’s Office.

Frank Pecora, 55, was arrested on April 29, 2015 after a long-term investigation by the FBI, DEA and Homeland Security.

According to court documents, Pecora was involved with a group of people, including Newtown police sergeant Steven Santucci, who were receiving shipments of steroid ingredients from China, then manufacturing and distributing steroids. The group was also accused of distributing prescription pills and cocaine.

Officials said Pecora plead guilty to one count of one count of conspiracy to distribute and to possess with intent to distribute oxycodone in January. In pleading guilty he also admitted to unlawfully possessing firearms.

He is a previously convicted felon and has been held since his arrest.

Santucci plead guilty to distributing and money laundering offenses in December 2015. He is awaiting sentencing.

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