A police officer from Milford, Ohio, has been forced to resign after being accused of secretly filming a teenager in a bathroom with a hidden camera.
Eric Gregory, 45, is facing serious charges, including two counts of voyeurism and two counts of tampering with evidence. These charges stem from an investigation into his actions at a private residence.
According to court records from Clermont County, Gregory is accused of secretly placing a hidden camera inside a bathroom and recording a juvenile victim.
The police department learned of the incident and initially placed Gregory on administrative leave.
However, following the investigation, Gregory resigned from his position with the Harrison Police Department on Friday.
The Miami Township Police Department, which is handling the case, confirmed that the investigation centers around the accusations involving a juvenile victim.
However, the department has not disclosed whether the victim was a boy or a girl, nor have they provided any details about who lived in the residence where the incident occurred.
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Reports from local news stations WCPO Channel 9 and WLWT Channel 5 revealed more disturbing details from court documents.
It’s alleged that Gregory not only set up the hidden camera but also tried to destroy evidence by removing the SD card from the camera, cutting it up, and flushing it down the toilet.
Gregory is also accused of smashing the camera itself in an effort to conceal his actions.
Gregory, who had been a police officer for the Harrison Police Department, is now facing a $250,000 bond after being arrested. The charges carry significant penalties, including the possibility of prison time if he is convicted.
The case has sparked outrage in the community, as residents react to the disturbing allegations against someone who was entrusted with upholding the law.
