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Man Charged with Voyeurism After Incident at Whitchurch-Stouffville Shopping Centre

Incident Overview

A 30-year-old man has been charged with voyeurism following an incident on May 29, 2025, at a shopping complex in Whitchurch-Stouffville, York Region, Ontario. The suspect allegedly used a cellphone to record or attempt to record under a change room stall without consent.

Details of the Event

According to police reports, a complainant noticed that someone was pointing a cellphone under the partition of a change room stall, presumably to capture images or video covertly. Authorities promptly responded, leading to the suspect’s arrest at the scene.

Police Response and Investigation

York Regional Police attended the location quickly after receiving the report. Investigators have appealed to the public for additional information related to the incident. Witnesses or individuals with relevant information are encouraged to contact the York Regional Police Criminal Investigations Bureau at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7541, or provide anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers.

Community Impact

The case underscores concerns regarding privacy and safety in public areas, especially sensitive locations such as change rooms. The police investigation remains active, and updates will be provided as the situation develops.

Summary

  • Occurrence date: May 29, 2025
  • Location: Shopping centre at Hoover Park Drive and Rougeview Avenue, Whitchurch-Stouffville
  • Crime: Alleged voyeurism using a cellphone
  • Police action: Suspect arrested and charged; public assistance requested

A 30-year-old man has been charged with voyeurism following an incident on May 29, 2025, at a shopping centre in Whitchurch-Stouffville, York…

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