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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 Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW)
· 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 Southlake News
The discovery of nearly 300 illicit videos on the phone of Makarious Jevonne Bates raises concerns about the scope of voyeurism in local retail spaces. As residents of Southlake , it's alarming to think that such incidents could be occurring in plain sight, potentially in stores that families frequent. The fact that Bates was arrested for recordings made in restrooms at TJ Maxx and Walmart suggests a level of brazenness that is particularly disturbing. This case may prompt local businesses to re-examine their security measures, particularly in areas where customers expect a level of privacy. It also underscores the need for vigilance among shoppers, who should report any suspicious behavior to store staff or law enforcement. As the community processes this information, it will be worth watching to see if other similar cases come to light, and how local authorities and businesses respond to prevent future incidents.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) ·
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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