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Suspect had hundreds of recordings of women at Irving stores
By KDFW at FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) - News
· July 10, 2026
· 1 min read
19-year-old Makarious Bates was found with hundreds of invasive photos and videos from dressing rooms at Irving stores, and police fear there are many more victims. FOX 4's David Sentendrey has more.
Key takeaway 19-year-old Makarious Bates was found with hundreds of invasive photos and videos from dressing rooms at Irving stores, and police fear there are many more victims.
Why this matters in Frisco News
The arrest of Makarious Bates for secretly recording women in Irving store dressing rooms raises concerns about safety and security in retail establishments throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area, including Frisco . With hundreds of invasive photos and videos already found, the potential number of victims is alarming. This incident may prompt local businesses to reexamine their security measures, such as installing additional cameras or increasing staff presence in dressing room areas. Frisco residents who frequent stores in nearby Irving may be particularly interested in learning more about the steps being taken to prevent such incidents in the future. As the investigation continues, it will be important for law enforcement and retailers to work together to identify and support any additional victims, and to implement measures to prevent similar crimes from occurring in Frisco and surrounding communities.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? 19-year-old Makarious Bates was found with hundreds of invasive photos and videos from dressing rooms at Irving stores, and police fear there are many more victims. FOX 4's David Sentendrey has more.
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