A Brandon woman is facing more than a hundred charges for various sex crimes, including possession of child and animal pornography.
On July 3, 2023, HCSO’s Internet Predator Unit received a tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children that someone in the 1900 block of Lido Drive in Brandon, FL was uploading child pornography. Shortly after that, detectives made contact with the suspect, Emoree Romero, 18.
During an interview with Romero, she allowed detectives to search her cell phone. They found multiple files of Romero engaging in sexual acts with her pet dog. Upon further review, IPU detectives obtained a search warrant and found even more images and videos of child pornography and bestiality.
Detectives obtained an arrest warrant on July 27, 2023, and Romero turned herself in to HCSO. She was charged with:
- 100 counts to Film, Distribute, or Possess an Image or Video of Sexual Activity with an Animal
- 49 counts to Engage in Sexual Contact with an Animal
- 2 counts of Possession of Child Pornography
- 1 count Unlawful Use of a Two-Way Communication Device
"These kinds of investigations are not easy for our detectives, who are often subjected to some of the worst things a person can see," said Sheriff Chad Chronister. “I am beyond proud that our detectives have brought this predator to justice. Our hearts and thoughts go out to the victims of this disturbing crime."
Any further information involving this case will be released from the Public Affairs Office.