Marion County Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Federal Prison For Attempting to Meet A Minor to Engage in Sexual Activity

Source: United States Department of Justice Criminal Division

Ocala, Florida – Shawn Adampeter Grunther (42, Marion County) has been sentenced by U.S. District Judge Thomas P. Barber to 10 years in federal prison for attempted enticement of a minor to engage in sexual activity. Grunther pleaded guilty on November 17, 2025. U.S. Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe made the announcement.