Denton man arrested for multiple 'peeping tom' incidents at local colleges and gym

Jeremiah Devereaux, 27, accused of attempting to enter women's restrooms and locker rooms in Denton County

Published on Feb. 7, 2026

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A 27-year-old Denton man named Jeremiah Devereaux has been arrested after a series of incidents where he allegedly attempted to enter women's restrooms and locker rooms at the University of North Texas, Texas Woman's University, and a local gym in Denton, Texas. Devereaux was first arrested on January 31st after witnesses reported him entering the women's facilities at the gym, and further investigation linked him to similar incidents on the college campuses the previous day and in 2025.

Why it matters

These types of 'peeping tom' incidents can be deeply disturbing and traumatic for the victims, and raise concerns about campus and community safety, especially in public spaces like restrooms and locker rooms that are meant to provide privacy. The arrest of a suspected repeat offender may help provide some reassurance and justice for those affected.

The details

According to police, on January 31st witnesses at a gym in Denton reported that Devereaux had entered the women's locker room, restroom, and sauna. He fled the scene but was later arrested on an outstanding theft warrant. Further investigation revealed that Devereaux was also a suspect in a similar incident the previous day at the University of North Texas, where he allegedly exposed himself to a woman in a campus restroom. UNT police obtained a warrant for his arrest. Devereaux had also been arrested in 2025 in connection with an incident at Texas Woman's University, where he allegedly attempted to follow a woman into a bathroom stall.

  • On January 30, 2026, Devereaux allegedly exposed himself to a woman in a restroom at the University of North Texas.
  • On January 31, 2026, Devereaux was arrested at a Denton gym after witnesses reported him entering the women's locker room, restroom, and sauna.
  • In January 2025, Devereaux was arrested in connection with an incident at Texas Woman's University, where he allegedly attempted to follow a woman into a bathroom stall.

The players

Jeremiah Devereaux

A 27-year-old Denton man who has been arrested for a series of 'peeping tom' incidents at the University of North Texas, Texas Woman's University, and a local gym in Denton.

Denton Police Department

The law enforcement agency that arrested Devereaux and is investigating the incidents.

University of North Texas Police

The campus police department that identified Devereaux as a suspect in an incident on their campus and obtained a warrant for his arrest.

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What they’re saying

“Based on the investigation's findings, police think there may have been additional unreported incidents involving Devereaux. Anyone who has had a similar interaction is asked to call detective David Acrey at (940) 349-7993.”

— Denton Police Department (star-telegram.com)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Jeremiah Devereaux out on bail.

The takeaway

These types of 'peeping tom' incidents highlight the need for increased vigilance and security measures in public spaces like college campuses and gyms to protect the privacy and safety of women. The arrest of a suspected repeat offender is a step towards accountability, but more work is needed to address the root causes of such behavior and prevent future occurrences.