Las Vegas Man Arrested for Child Pornography with Hidden Cameras

News Summary

Christopher Cohen, a 45-year-old man, has been arrested for child pornography after hidden cameras were discovered at a restaurant and his home. An 18-year-old woman found the hidden camera in a restaurant restroom, leading to an investigation that unveiled disturbing footage, including minors. Cohen is facing serious charges, with a court date set for June 2025. This case highlights the critical issue of child exploitation and the importance of community vigilance in protecting vulnerable individuals.

Las Vegas Man Arrested for Child Pornography with Hidden Cameras

A 45-year-old man, Christopher Cohen, has been charged with child pornography after authorities discovered he allegedly hid cameras in bathrooms at both a restaurant and his home. Police report that the investigation began when an 18-year-old woman found a hidden camera while using the women’s restroom at a restaurant located on West Charleston Boulevard.

The woman discovered a black USB block plugged into the wall beneath an air freshener while in the restroom on April 17. Upon inspection, she noticed a micro-SD memory card inside the device. After informing her grandmother about the incident, she took the USB to a police station to report her findings.

Following the report, police reviewed the footage from the hidden camera, which revealed Cohen wandering through a residential kitchen and placing a camera in the women’s restroom. The footage captured three women exposing their genitals while using the restroom. Additionally, investigators found videos that included one of a 13-year-old girl and another of an 8-year-old girl using the restroom.

Investigation and Arrest

The restaurant owner confirmed that Cohen worked as a graveyard manager and bartender. Based on the evidence collected, Cohen was arrested on May 15 at his last known address. Authorities took the investigation a step further, assessing another bathroom at Cohen’s home, which linked back to videos involving the young girls.

During the investigation, Cohen admitted to having a hidden camera in his home. However, he denied placing a camera in the restaurant restroom and requested a lawyer before providing further details.

Legal Charges and Court Date

Cohen is facing serious charges, including using or permitting a minor under 14 to produce pornography and capturing, distributing, or displaying an image of a private area. He is currently held at the Clark County Detention Center, with bail set at $75,000.

His next court appearance is scheduled for June 26, 2025. The ongoing investigation emphasizes the severity of offenses related to child exploitation and highlights the importance of public vigilance regarding personal safety.

Background Context

Child pornography is a grave offense that leads to significant penalties under the law. Authorities urge anyone who suspects or observes any form of abuse or exploitation to report it immediately, as it plays a critical role in preventing further victimization.

The use of hidden cameras in private spaces not only breaches personal privacy but poses serious ethical and legal challenges. Investigations such as the one into Cohen’s activities underscore the need for community awareness and swift law enforcement action to protect vulnerable individuals.

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