Suffern man charged over bar bathroom phone
Police arrested a 27-year-old at 1:34 a.m. Sunday after a hidden device was found filming inside a White Plains nightclub.
By Naomi Tesfaye ·
White Plains Police arrested a 27-year-old man from Suffern on Sunday at 1:34 a.m. following a complaint about a recording device in a local nightclub. Officers assigned to the bar detail took the suspect into custody after staff and patrons identified a concealed mobile phone inside the establishment.
The incident occurred at Brazen Fox, a popular nightspot in the city. A patron discovered the hidden phone operating within the unisex bathroom area. The device was capturing video of other customers using the restroom. Police confirmed that the suspect has been charged with felony unlawful surveillance.
The arrest happened late in the evening, shortly after the discovery of the equipment. The 27-year-old remains the primary subject of the case. Authorities stated that the investigation continues as they review the footage captured by the concealed device. No other individuals have been named in connection with the incident so far.
The White Plains Police Department issued a statement urging the public to stay alert. The department asked residents to report suspicious activity or devices immediately. They provided a direct line for anyone with additional information on the case. The contact number listed by police is 914-422-6111.
