Federal Judge Sentenced Pharmacy Burglary Conspirators
Two men were sentenced in Baltimore for their roles in a conspiracy that targeted 20 pharmacies across three states.
Updated on Oct. 7, 2026 in Property Crime
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U.S. District Judge Stephanie Gallagher sentenced Deontae Britton to 80 months in federal prison for his role in a pharmacy burglary ring. His co-conspirator, Harold Dorman, received a 40-month prison sentence for his involvement in the criminal enterprise.
Why it matters
The sentencing concludes a case involving the theft of controlled substances across Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. The operation disrupted local pharmaceutical services while targeting drugs for illegal distribution.
Deontae Britton and Harold Dorman were both sentenced to three years of supervised release following their respective 80-month and 40-month prison terms. The legal proceedings were finalized in Baltimore federal court.
The players
Deontae Britton
He was the primary defendant sentenced to 80 months in prison for his role in the multi-state burglary conspiracy.
Harold Dorman
He was a co-conspirator who received a 40-month sentence for his participation in the pharmacy burglary ring.
Stephanie Gallagher
She is the U.S. District Judge who presided over the sentencing of the defendants in Baltimore.
The details
The co-conspirators executed a coordinated strategy where masked individuals used pry bars and Halligan tools to force entry into pharmacies after business hours. A lookout waited in a separate vehicle while the participants prioritized stealing substances like Oxycodone, Adderall, and fentanyl patches.
Timeline
January 2022 through April 2022 marks the period during which 20 pharmacy burglaries occurred.
October 7, 2026 was the date Deontae Britton received his prison sentence.
Legal Context
The prosecution of this pharmacy burglary ring reflects ongoing efforts to uphold the Controlled Substances Act enforcement protocols across state lines. These cases follow established federal patterns for dismantling organized networks that divert prescription drugs into illegal markets.
The sentencing of these individuals provides closure to local pharmacy owners who faced significant property damage and theft during the spree. These legal outcomes underscore the heightened security measures now utilized by pharmacies to prevent unauthorized after-hours access.
The takeaway
Organized burglary rings targeting prescription medications create significant safety and health risks for the entire community. Residents and business owners are encouraged to report suspicious after-hours activity to local law enforcement to help prevent similar criminal patterns.
Further reading
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More information
View official records regarding this case on the Maryland U.S. Attorney's Office website.
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