Louisiana Man Arrested for Drilling Hole in Wall to Video People Using the Bathroom

BAYOU L’OURS, La. (KMDL-FM) - A Louisiana man is now facing 5 counts of video voyeurism for allegedly drilling a hole in the wall of a bathroom to video people using the bathroom.

Louisiana Man Arrested For Drilling Hole In Wall To Video People

According to the Assumption Parish Sheriff's office, 30-year-old Brandon Glenn Griffin has been arrested on five counts of video voyeurism after a complaint was filed alleging Griffin had images of people using the bathroom from inside of the shared residence.

From WAFB -

Investigators say Griffin drilled a hole in a closet and placed a device to record images. Deputies seized evidence during the initial response. After an investigation, detectives secured arrest warrants for Griffin.

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Wednesday (11/19) Griffin turned himself in to the Assumption Parish Detention Center where he will remain pending the results of his bond hearing.

What Is Video Voyeurism?

Video voyeurism is the act of secretly recording, photographing, or live-viewing someone without their knowledge or consent when they have a reasonable expectation of privacy. It usually involves hidden cameras or phones being used to capture people in vulnerable situations.

What Counts as Video Voyeurism?

Video voyeurism is the act of recording someone in places where privacy is expected, such as:

Bathrooms
Changing rooms
Bedrooms
Tanning salons
Locker rooms

In the U.S., video voyeurism is a crime under both federal law and state laws.

Read more at WAFB.com.