Lawrence County Man Admits to Distributing Crack Cocaine

A Lawrence County man has admitted to distributing crack cocaine in the area. Federal authorities in Pittsburgh say 24 year old DeLaughn Searcy formerly of New Castle pleaded guilty to one count of distribution of 28 grams of crack cocaine. Sentencing has been set for June 3rd. Searcy could get up to 40 years in prison, a five million dollar fine or both. The Lawrence County Drug Task Force was involved in the investigation.