Haverhill School Custodian Charged with Bathroom Voyeurism

Custodian accused of recording coworkers in women's restroom at school

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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A 32-year-old custodian at Greenleaf Academy in Haverhill, Massachusetts has been arrested and charged for allegedly planting a cell phone in the women's restroom to record his partially nude coworkers. The incident was discovered by a staff member who found the recording device hidden in a bag near a plunger.

Why it matters

This case raises serious concerns about the violation of privacy and trust, especially in a school setting where employees should feel safe and secure. It also highlights the need for robust policies and procedures to prevent such incidents and protect vulnerable individuals.

The details

According to court documents, a staff member at Greenleaf Academy discovered a bag with a slit in it near where a plunger is normally stored, and found a cell phone that was recording inside the bag. Investigators reviewed the video and said it captured the custodian, Jake Robinson, crouching down and placing the phone in the bag.

  • On February 3, Jake Robinson was arrested at his home on Central Street.
  • Robinson is due back in court in March.

The players

Jake Robinson

A 32-year-old custodian at Greenleaf Academy in Haverhill, Massachusetts who was arrested and charged for allegedly recording his coworkers in the women's restroom.

Greenleaf Academy

The school where Robinson worked as a custodian and where the alleged incident took place.

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What they’re saying

“Angry and upset. He should not be able to work around kids.”

— Greenleaf Academy parent (whdh.com)

“In a school is disgusting, especially by someone that's trusted to clean and do their job. Women should be able to go in the bathroom, be able to use the bathroom, change, and not have to worry about being watched. It's not okay.”

— Haverhill resident (whdh.com)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on March 15 whether or not to allow Jake Robinson out on bail.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the critical need for schools to have robust policies and safeguards in place to protect the privacy and safety of all employees, and to thoroughly vet and monitor individuals in positions of trust like custodial staff.