CLEVELAND, Ohio -- The Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force is offering a reward for tips that lead to the capture of an Avon man accused of unlawful sexual conduct with minors.

William H. Waters III, 38, is sought by the U.S. Marshals Service and the Westlake Police Department. Authorities said Waters had unlawful sexual conduct with two minors under 16 years old. The abuse happened over the course of several years, authorities said.

Waters is 5 feet 7 inches tall and weighs about 165 pounds. He has brown hair and blue eyes.

Authorities believe Waters is hiding in the Cleveland area.

Anyone with information about Waters is asked to call the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force at 1-866-4WANTED. Tips also can be sent via text message with the keyword "WANTED" to 847411.