Robert E. Confer, Jr., a 37-year-old resident of Lycoming County, was indicted by a federal grand jury on March 27 for drug trafficking and firearms offenses, according to the United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania.
The indictment alleges that Confer possessed methamphetamine and cocaine with intent to distribute on October 11, 2025. He is also charged with possessing firearms as a prohibited person and possessing firearms in furtherance of drug trafficking.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation, Bellefonte Police Department, Lock Haven City Police Department, and the Centre County Drug Task Force investigated the case. Assistant United States Attorney Alisan V. Martin is prosecuting.
If convicted of the most serious offense listed in the indictment, Confer faces a maximum penalty of life imprisonment and a fine under federal law. Sentencing would be determined by a judge after considering federal statutes and sentencing guidelines.
Authorities remind that indictments are only allegations at this stage. “All persons charged by indictment are presumed to be innocent unless and until found guilty in court,” said officials from the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
