Tampa Sex Offender Sentenced to More Than 27 Years for Distribution and Possession of Child Sex Abuse Material and Escape

Source: United States Department of Justice Criminal Division

Tampa, Florida – Richard Plummer (45, Tampa) has been sentenced by U.S. District Judge Steven D. Merryday to more than 27 years in federal prison for distribution and possession of child sex abuse material (CSAM) and escape. Plummer pleaded guilty on May 11, 2026.  United States Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe made the announcement.