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City worker placed on leave after rape charge

A city worker posted a $60,000 bond, and a woman accused of being his accomplice remains in custody after both were charged with kidnapping and raping a woman, according to authorities.

Carlton Wayne Cameron, 52, posted bond Monday night after he was charged with several counts of aggravated rape and other charges, including kidnapping and robbery.

Under city policy, Cameron, who has worked for Chattanooga since 1986, will be placed on administrative leave with pay for a maximum of 72 hours while city officials review the charges. Cameron makes $33,280 annually, according to 2009 salary data.

Cameron did not return a message left on his phone Tuesday.

Shrena M. Bell, had a $34,000 bond set after she was booked Monday night, according to authorities. She faces several counts of rape as well as kidnapping and robbery.