Earlier this month, a Florida man named Tyler Chambers sparked widespread outrage after posting a disturbing message on Facebook about a 9-year-old Black girl who rang his doorbell to sell candy. The incident occurred in the Riverview suburb of Tampa, where the girl, Sincere, and her 11-year-old cousin were going door-to-door raising money by selling candy and toys, according to reports. ​

Chambers shared doorbell camera footage of Sincere on a community Facebook group, captioning it with a violent and profane threat: "You're lucky we weren't home to shoot your a— dumb b—." He later deleted the post and his social media accounts amid backlash.​

Sincere's mother, Beyond Shabazz, filed a police report and is pressing for criminal charges. She stated that her daughter now feels unsafe in her neighborhood and has been emotionally affected by the incident. Shabazz also launched a GoFundMe campaign to support legal action against Chambers, which has raised over $14,100.​

Chambers claimed the girls were acting as decoys for a potential break-in, though he provided no evidence. He expressed regret for his initial post, stating he was "hot" when he wrote it. However, Shabazz has refused to accept his apology, believing his intent was genuine and dangerous.​

The incident has led to significant online backlash, with calls for Chambers to face consequences. His employer, Mister Car Wash in Tampa, has reportedly been inundated with demands for his termination. Local authorities have completed their investigation and forwarded findings to the state attorney's office, which is considering potential charges.​

This case has ignited discussions about racial profiling and the safety of Black children in their communities. Shabazz emphasized the importance of protecting children and holding individuals accountable for threatening behavior.​