Executive Summary
- Arthur “Sonny” Clayton, 51, is wanted for failing to register as a sex offender.
- Clayton was previously convicted of rape of a minor and faces parole violation charges.
- The Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force is offering a reward for information leading to his arrest.
The Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force (NOVFTF) has issued a request for public assistance in locating 51-year-old Arthur “Sonny” Clayton, who is currently sought by federal and local authorities for failing to register as a sex offender. According to task force officials, a reward is being offered for information that leads to his arrest.
Clayton is wanted by the Cuyahoga County Sheriff’s Department and the U.S. Marshals Service. In a press release, the NOVFTF stated that Clayton is also sought by the Ohio Adult Parole Authority for alleged violations of his parole. Authorities emphasized that Clayton is legally mandated to register his current address due to a prior conviction for the rape of a minor.
Law enforcement descriptions identify Clayton as a white male, standing approximately 5 feet 7 inches tall and weighing around 160 pounds. Investigators noted that his last known location was within the Cleveland area.
Public Safety Alert
The coordinated effort to locate Clayton underscores the priority federal and local agencies place on monitoring non-compliant offenders to ensure community safety. The Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force frequently relies on anonymous tips to apprehend individuals attempting to evade supervision. Members of the public with information regarding Clayton’s whereabouts are encouraged to contact the task force at 1-866-4WANTED or submit a web tip via the U.S. Marshals website. It is important to note that all individuals charged with a crime or sought by law enforcement are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
