In a troubling turn of events, a white man from Florida made a shocking online post threatening to shoot a 9-year-old black girl after she came to his door selling candy.
The incident occurred in Riverview, a suburb of Tampa, on April 14, when Sincere, the young girl, approached Tyler Chambers’ home.
Tyler Chambers’ Threatening Post
Chambers took to a community Facebook group, where he shared an image of Sincere and wrote a disturbing message: “You’re lucky we weren’t home to shoot your a** dumb b****.”
Although Chambers deleted the post shortly after, it quickly spread across social media, sparking outrage and backlash from the community, many of whom were disgusted by his threatening language toward a child.
Chambers’ Explanation and Apology
Before deactivating his Facebook account, Chambers attempted to justify his actions, claiming that the girl was part of a scheme to break into his home, though he provided no evidence for this accusation.
He later explained in a follow-up post that his reaction was fueled by concern for his wife and 7-month-old child, whom he felt he needed to protect.
“I was hot when I posted it, which is why I deleted it right away,” he admitted, expressing regret for his choice of words.
Chambers further stated that he wanted to speak with the girl’s parents, but acknowledged that he could have handled the situation better and apologized for his actions.
The Mother’s Perspective
The mother of Sincere, Beyond Shabazz, responded on social media, sharing her side of the story.
She explained that she was unaware her daughter was selling candy in the neighborhood that afternoon.
After learning about the incident, Shabazz filed a police report, stating that she had no interest in speaking with Chambers.
“He and his wife thought it would be a good idea to lie publicly,” Shabazz said, referring to the false accusations Chambers made.
She emphasized that there was nothing wrong with children selling candy door-to-door in their own neighborhood, pointing out that such behavior was typical for local Girl Scouts without issue.
Support and Outrage From the Community
The incident sparked further outrage when Shabazz shared a video from a neighbor who recorded Sincere knocking on their door to sell candy.
The neighbor confirmed that Sincere was not a threat, noting that they even spoke with her and the other child she was with at the time.
The video helped support Shabazz’s claim that her daughter was simply engaging in a harmless activity.
In response to the online threat, Shabazz launched a GoFundMe campaign to raise funds for her family’s legal expenses, which has already raised over $14,000.
She also started a Change.org petition demanding the arrest of Tyler Chambers for his threats against her daughter.
The petition has garnered over 1,000 signatures, with many calling for Chambers to face legal consequences.
Calls for Accountability and Justice
Shabazz wrote in the petition, “Our lives were irrevocably altered when Tyler Chambers brazenly threatened my 9-year-old daughter online, stating in no uncertain terms that he wished harm upon her for simply knocking on his door.”
She called for Chambers to be arrested and held accountable, believing that justice would send a clear message to potential offenders.
Backlash Against Chambers’ Employer
As the story continued to spread, social media users called for Chambers to be fired from his position as the general manager of Mister Car Wash in Tampa.
The company has faced a wave of negative comments, though it remains unclear whether Chambers still works there.
What’s Next for Chambers and the Investigation?
It remains uncertain if there have been any developments in the ongoing investigation into Chambers’ threats.
However, the situation has sparked important conversations about safety, accountability, and the treatment of children in the community.
As this story continues to unfold, many are awaiting further action and clarity.