Hillsborough County detectives turned the spotlight on 18-year-old Demarion Singletary in this week’s “Warrant Wednesday” social media push, asking residents to help track him down on a list of serious alleged offenses. The sheriff’s office said the case remains active, urged people not to approach anyone who might match his description, and instead to pass any leads directly to law enforcement.
According to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, Singletary is wanted on counts of resisting an officer without violence, possession of drug paraphernalia, fleeing to elude at high speed, possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, carrying a concealed firearm, possession of cannabis in an amount greater than 20 grams, and armed possession of a Schedule I controlled substance with intent to sell or deliver. The post lists his age as 18 and asks anyone with information to contact detectives through the sheriff’s tip line.
How to Report Tips
Detectives asked anyone with information to call the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office non-emergency tip line at 813-247-8200, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office. Anonymous tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers of Tampa Bay at 1-800-873-TIPS, per the City of Tampa. Officials again stressed that residents should not confront anyone they believe might be a suspect and should call 911 if they think a wanted person is nearby.
Charges and Legal Stakes
Under Florida law, possession of more than 20 grams of cannabis is a felony that can carry up to five years in prison, according to Florida Statute 893.13. Possessing a firearm during the commission of a felony can bring enhanced penalties under Florida Statute 790.07, and carrying a concealed firearm is addressed under state weapons laws as outlined by FindLaw. These remain allegations, and Singletary is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.
Warrant Wednesday in Context
The weekly “Warrant Wednesday” push is part of HCSO’s ongoing effort to tap community tips, a strategy local outlets have noted for helping generate leads. A recent earlier 'Warrant Wednesday' manhunt highlighted how the sheriff’s office has previously turned to the public to help find suspects, and officials say community information has helped close several cases.
HCSO has not shared additional details about Singletary’s last known location, and detectives said they plan to update the public if more information surfaces. For now, anyone who thinks they may have a tip is asked to contact the sheriff’s office or Crime Stoppers rather than approaching a potential suspect on their own.
