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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 News 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 The Trophy Club
The discovery of nearly 300 illicit videos on the phone of Makarious Jevonne Bates raises concerns about the prevalence of voyeurism in public spaces within the Dallas-Fort Worth area, including Trophy Club . As residents frequent retail establishments like TJ Maxx and Walmart, they should be aware of their surroundings and report any suspicious activity to store management or local authorities. The fact that Bates was able to accumulate such a large number of recordings suggests a level of brazenness and lack of deterrent, highlighting the need for increased vigilance and cooperation between law enforcement and the community. Trophy Club residents should take note of this incident and be mindful of their personal safety and privacy when using public restrooms or changing areas, recognizing that such crimes can occur in familiar and seemingly secure environments.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 News 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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