A Colorado grocery store worker has been charged with several counts of indecent exposure after police allege he mast**bated on food items.
Stephen Masalta, apprehended in February, stands accused by Fort Collins Police Services of engaging in acts of self-gratification outside various establishments, including incidents witnessed by employees and even a minor, allegedly starting in July of the previous year.
Subsequent investigation post his February arrest unveiled Masalta’s employment at a Safeway grocery store, where authorities allege he mast**bated and ejac*lated onto food products throughout his two-month tenure.
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Authorities suspect there may be more victims, hinting at potential additional charges in the future.
Safeway, in a statement to KDVR, expressed concern over the accusations, emphasizing their commitment to customer and staff safety while pledging full cooperation with law enforcement and health authorities during the ongoing inquiry.
The statement from Safeway to KDVR reads, “At Safeway, the safety of our customers and associates is our top priority. We are deeply concerned about the allegations against the former associate, and we are cooperating with the Fort Collins Police and the Health Department in the ongoing investigation of this incident.”
Masalta faces a slew of charges, including 14 counts of indecent exposure, two counts of attempted indecent exposure, four counts of unlawful s3xual contact, and 16 counts of attempted $exual assault on a minor, according to police reports.
His legal stance remains unclear, with no information available on plea entries or legal representation.
However, an online court docket indicates his scheduled initial appearance on March 22.
