Charlotte County deputies are on the hunt for 28-year-old Cameron Shirley, who investigators say is wanted on allegations she engaged in illegal sexual activity with a minor at the juvenile halfway house where she worked. Authorities describe Shirley as about 5 feet 4 inches tall and roughly 200 pounds, with several tattoos, including the name "Brady" on her chest. Detectives believe she may have ties in both Charlotte and neighboring Sarasota County and say friends and family have not been cooperative about her whereabouts.
What authorities say
According to Gulf Coast News, Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers alerted deputies after receiving tips that Shirley had inappropriate sexual contact with a young boy at the facility where she was employed. The outlet reports that deputies are actively searching for Shirley and are asking the public for help with any information that could lead to her arrest.
How to report tips
The region’s tipline operator, Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers, is urging anyone with information to call 1-800-780-TIPS (8477), send a tip through the P3 Tips app, or submit a note through its website. Tipsters can remain anonymous. Those whose information leads to an arrest may be eligible for a cash reward, and Crime Stoppers bulletins in the region commonly note rewards up to $3,000 for qualifying tips.
Description and leads
The Gulf Coast News report lists Shirley’s age and tattoos, including names on her arms and chest, as key identifiers and notes that she has been evading law enforcement. The outlet also reports that friends and family have been uncooperative with investigators, a factor officials say makes public tips even more critical as the search continues.
Legal implications
Unlawful sexual activity with certain minors is defined in Florida Statutes, Chapter 794. A conviction under that statute is generally a second-degree felony, punishable by up to 15 years in prison, and offenses of this type typically trigger registration on the state sex offender registry, according to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
Local context
The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office has investigated several recent cases involving sexual offenses against minors, highlighting detectives’ current focus on these crimes locally. Sheriff Bill Prummell wrote on the department’s blog that "this disgusting crime will not be tolerated in Charlotte County," and the office has urged parents to report concerns and check in with their children while detectives continue to pursue leads in such cases.
