Former Youth Mentor Sentenced to 45 Years for Sexual Abuse of a Child
Statement from State Attorney Monique Worrell
OSCEOLA COUNTY, FL (October 1, 2026) — This week, Scott Shaw was sentenced to 45 years in prison following his August conviction on several sex crimes against a child. A prison sentence of 45 years ensures that Scott Shaw will never again have access to children. He used trust and his standing in the community to gain access to a 15-year-old victim, and he was held accountable for those crimes.
It takes tremendous courage to come forward and to relive painful experiences in a courtroom. We hope this outcome brings some measure of justice and peace, and we will continue to stand with all victims throughout the process.
I want to thank the law enforcement officers whose thorough investigation made this case possible, and the prosecutors in my office whose dedication and hard work secured this conviction and sentence. Protecting children in our community remains one of our highest priorities, and anyone who preys on them will be held accountable.
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The Office of the State Attorney for the Ninth Judicial Circuit is represented by The Honorable Monique H. Worrell and serves Orange and Osceola counties in Central Florida. A culturally diverse community, the area is home to over 1.9 million residents and is a vacation destination for millions each year. Our office is committed to making Orlando and the surrounding area a vibrant and safe place to live, work and play.
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