Police are once again asking for public assistance regarding the disappearance of Carlton McCarthy Ireland, who has been missing since spring 2007. The 54-year-old man was last seen on April 23, 2007, when he pawned a ring in Tampa, five days after his final known financial transaction in Zephyrhills. His red 1997 Toyota Tercel has also been missing since that time and remains unrecovered nearly two decades later. Ireland was originally from Jamaica but frequently visited Florida locations including Tampa and Dade City where he attended dog track races. Police Chief Derek Brewer emphasized that family members have endured years of uncertainty and encouraged anyone with even minor memories or information about the case to come forward. Anonymous tips can be submitted through the Zephyrhills Police Department tipline or Crime Stoppers of Tampa Bay for those unwilling to identify themselves.
Key Points:
- Carlton McCarthy Ireland was last seen on April 23, 2007 when he pawned a ring in Tampa.
- His final known account activity occurred on April 18, 2007 when he paid a water bill in Zephyrhills.
- Ireland’s red 1997 Toyota Tercel has never been found despite extensive searches over nearly two decades.
- The missing man was born in Jamaica and regularly attended dog track races in Florida locations.
- Police have not named any suspects or confirmed whether foul play was involved in his disappearance.
