OCALA, FL (352today.com) – The Ocala Police Department (OPD) arrested Shaun Willoughby on multiple charges related to child sexual abuse.
An initial investigation, stemming from a cyber tip and ICAC investigation, led to the discovery of child sexual abuse material on Willoughby’s devices.
OPD says that further investigation revealed a local six-year-old victim who had been abused by Willoughby. As a result, additional charges of lewd and lascivious molestation and promoting the sexual performance of a child were filed against him.
“If you are a child predator in our community,” shared Ocala Mayor Ben Marciano in a Facebook post. “We will use every resource to find you and throw you in jail!!”
OPD asks anyone with information about potential victims or additional crimes committed by Shaun Willoughby to contact Detective Blanton at 352.369.7000.