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Irving police find nearly 300 illicit videos on phone of teen arrested for restroom recordings
By Amber Kite at FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth)
· July 9, 2026
· 1 min read
Court documents reveal police extracted nearly 300 recordings from the phone of 19-year-old Makarious Jevonne Bates following voyeurism arrests at TJ Maxx and Walmart.
Why this matters in Denton News
The discovery of nearly 300 illicit videos on the phone of Makarious Jevonne Bates raises concerns about the prevalence of voyeurism in public spaces in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, including Denton . As residents frequent retailers like TJ Maxx and Walmart, they should be aware of their surroundings and report any suspicious activity to store staff or law enforcement. This incident also underscores the need for local businesses to review their security protocols and ensure that restrooms and other private areas are secure and regularly monitored. Furthermore, it highlights the importance of cooperation between law enforcement agencies across the region to share information and best practices in investigating and prosecuting cases of voyeurism. As the community learns more about this case, it will be crucial to consider how to balance individual privacy with the need for public safety and security in shared spaces.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Court documents reveal police extracted nearly 300 recordings from the phone of 19-year-old Makarious Jevonne Bates following voyeurism arrests at TJ Maxx and Walmart.
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