TIFFIN, Ohio — The Tiffin Police Department arrested a man who traveled from Tennessee to allegedly engage in sexual conduct with a minor female child on Thursday.
Police said they were contacted in early December by the minor's mother who was concerned her daughter was being paid by Shane Allyne, identified as a family acquaintance, to send him explicit photos.
Allyne, 43, is accused of paying the minor for providing nude images of herself and offering to pay additional money if the juvenile agreed to engage in sexual conduct with him, according to detectives. He also allegedly sent explicit photos and videos of himself to the minor.
On Thursday, the suspect traveled from Nashville to the Columbus area before traveling to Tiffin. According to police, Allyne "made it clear" that he would pay several hundred dollars and up to a thousand dollars to the minor if she met with him to engage in sexual conduct at a hotel.
Law enforcement tracked and trailed the suspect from the Nashville airport to the Columbus airport, and then to a local lodging establishment in Tiffin. Allyne checked into the hotel and was immediately arrested upon exiting the establishment, according to Tiffin police.
He was transported to the Seneca County Jail and has charges pending of compelling prostitution, attempted pandering obscenity involving a minor, disseminating matter harmful to juveniles, as well as other charges.
In a press release from Tiffin police, Chief David W. Pauly said:
"I would like to personally thank ALL the law enforcement agencies for providing their assistance in this investigation and subsequent operation. The Tiffin Police Department remains dedicated to investing time, effort and resources in the ongoing protection of our most precious asset – our children. In particular, we recognize the gravity of the threat posed by child sexual predators and want to assure this community that our commitment to investigating and combating this heinous crime remains steadfast. If you have concerns, information, or suggestions regarding the protection of our children, including issues related to their safety, please do not hesitate to reach out to the Tiffin Police. We are here to listen, engage, and work together to ensure a safer community for us all."
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