Pittsburgh Man Charged After Alleged Indecent Exposure at West Mifflin Denny's

Zachary Ryan Hiles accused of inappropriate behavior in front of customers, leading to his termination

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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A Pittsburgh man named Zachary Ryan Hiles is facing multiple charges, including indecent exposure and harassment, after allegedly exposing himself and touching his genitals in view of customers at a West Mifflin Denny's restaurant where he was employed. According to the criminal complaint, this was not the first time Hiles had made inappropriate comments or actions, leading the restaurant management to terminate his employment.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the importance of businesses taking swift action to address employee misconduct that could endanger or traumatize customers. It also raises questions about whether Hiles may have exhibited similar inappropriate behavior at other restaurants, underscoring the need for better employee screening and accountability measures in the food service industry.

The details

According to the criminal complaint, Hiles, an employee of the West Mifflin Denny's, was allegedly leering at a group of women in the restaurant and then began to pull his genitals from his pants and touch himself. One of the alleged victims ran from the restaurant and got in her car, telling police it was a traumatic experience. The restaurant manager told investigators this was not the first time Hiles had made inappropriate comments or actions, and Hiles's employment has been terminated as a result of the incident.

  • The incident occurred late Sunday afternoon on February 25, 2026.

The players

Zachary Ryan Hiles

A Pittsburgh man who was employed at the West Mifflin Denny's restaurant and is facing charges of indecent exposure and harassment after allegedly exposing himself and touching his genitals in front of customers.

Denny's

The West Mifflin, Pennsylvania restaurant location where the incident took place and where Hiles was employed.

Christopher Cornetta

A frequent diner at the West Mifflin Denny's location who said he has always had a good experience there, and believes something needs to be done about Hiles's alleged behavior.

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What they’re saying

“Yes, I have [dined here]. I really enjoy the business they have, the crowd they bring in, and they're very nice to me.”

— Christopher Cornetta, Frequent Denny's customer (cbsnews.com)

“Something has to be done ASAP, and if they don't take care of it here, he's doing it at other restaurants.”

— Christopher Cornetta, Frequent Denny's customer (cbsnews.com)

What’s next

Hiles is awaiting arraignment on the multiple charges he is facing, including indecent exposure and harassment.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the need for businesses in the food service industry to have robust employee screening and accountability measures in place to protect customers from inappropriate or criminal behavior. It also highlights the trauma that such incidents can cause for victims and the importance of swift action by authorities to address these types of offenses.