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Man admits to recording women in store restrooms, dressing rooms, Irving Police say
By Frank Heinz at NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local
· July 9, 2026
· 4 min read
Irving Police said a 19-year-old man admitted to recording women in restrooms and dressing rooms at several stores along North MacArthur Boulevard, and investigators are now working to identify additional victims.
Makarious Jevonne Bates was arrested June 26 and charged with multiple counts of...
Key takeaway Makarious Jevonne Bates was arrested June 26 and charged with multiple counts of invasive visual recording, police said.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The arrest of Makarious Jevonne Bates for invasive visual recording in Irving stores raises concerns for Southlake residents who frequent similar businesses along major thoroughfares like North MacArthur Boulevard. As the investigation unfolds, Southlake shoppers may wonder if they have unknowingly visited stores where Bates or others have engaged in similar activities. The fact that Bates allegedly committed these offenses at multiple locations, including a TJ Maxx store, suggests that patrons of retail establishments in the Dallas-Fort Worth area should remain vigilant. Southlake residents who believe they may have been victims of invasive recording are encouraged to come forward, as Irving Police work to identify additional victims. The case also highlights the importance of store employees and customers reporting suspicious behavior, which ultimately led to Bates' arrest. As the situation continues to develop, Southlake residents will be watching to see if any local businesses were targeted by Bates or other individuals.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Irving Police said a 19-year-old man admitted to recording women in restrooms and dressing rooms at several stores along North MacArthur Boulevard, and investigators are now working to identify additional victims.
Makarious Jevonne Bates was arrested June 26 and charged with multiple counts of...
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