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Accokeek Man Sentenced For Distributing Fentanyl
An Accokeek man has been sentenced for distributing fentanyl in Prince George's, including using addicts as his drug testers and runners.

Reporter covering Columbia and Ellicott City in Howard County, Maryland; Bowie in Prince George's County, Maryland; and Bel Air in Harford County. Veteran journalist who has won numerous awards over the years. Bachelor's degrees in journalism and graphic design, along with a master's degree in journalism. Can be reached at Kristin.Danley-Greiner@patch.com.
An Accokeek man has been sentenced for distributing fentanyl in Prince George's, including using addicts as his drug testers and runners.

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