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Estevan Carreon, a former teacher in Glendale, AZ, was arrested after being accused of secretly recording students changing clothes. Facing serious charges including voyeurism and sexual exploitation, Carreon’s actions have raised significant concerns about student safety and trust in educators. The investigation identified multiple victims and discovered hidden cameras in a school changing room, prompting ongoing discussions about privacy rights within educational environments. Carreon has been placed on administrative leave as the investigation continues.
Glendale, AZ – Estevan Carreon, a 53-year-old former teacher at Independence High School, was arrested on March 25, 2024, for multiple charges related to secretly recording students undressing. Carreon faces serious allegations, including 17 counts of voyeurism, two counts of unlawful imprisonment, four counts of surreptitious photography, and one count of sexual exploitation of a minor.
The latest arrest follows a prior case against Carreon that was initially dropped. New evidence that arose during the investigation identified 17 students as potential victims, prompting the re-filing of charges. According to police reports, Carreon arranged to meet six students from the school’s media club on March 18, 2024, under the guise of working on an extra credit project during spring break.
Prior to the students’ arrival, Carreon allegedly set up hidden cameras in a changing room attached to the school’s media room. While preparing for their project, the students unknowingly changed outfits in front of these covertly placed cameras. The situation escalated when one male student discovered a hidden spy camera disguised as a power charger connected to an electrical outlet. Subsequent investigations by the students revealed two additional cameras in the changing room.
After the students alerted their parents regarding the initial discovery, they retained possession of the camera. Their parents later found videos on the camera’s SD card showing footage of the students changing. Authorities conducted further searches and discovered additional videos on another SD card, which included clips of students in various states of undress as well as recordings of Carreon both setting up and removing the cameras.
In the aftermath of the revelations, Carreon accused the students of taking property belonging to a janitor, expressing concern for his legal standing. Following his arrest, he was placed on administrative leave by the Glendale Union High School District. The district stated that it is cooperating fully with law enforcement in this ongoing investigation.
The Glendale police are actively pursuing their investigation to determine whether there are additional victims beyond those already identified. As the case evolves, it has raised significant concerns regarding student safety and the trust placed in educators. Parents and community members are also grappling with the implications of these troubling events.
Carreon’s trial is presently set to commence in December 2024. The case has drawn attention not only for its serious nature but also for the growing discussion surrounding privacy rights and the protection of students within educational environments.
As investigations continue, the community remains on high alert, and school officials emphasize their commitment to creating a safe and secure learning environment for all students.
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