Peeping Tom Suspect Arrested Again in Maple Shade, New Jersey
Multiple Incidents of Lewd Behavior and Window Peeping
A New Jersey “peeping tom” who was previously arrested for peering into apartment windows has been taken into custody again after committing a series of similar offenses, police said.
Suspect Identified as Joshua Cheatom
Joshua Cheatom, 25, of Maple Shade Township, has been arrested following multiple incidents of peering into windows and lewdness at the Fox Meadow Apartment Complex, the Maple Shade Police Department announced.
January Incidents Lead to Investigation
In late January, Maple Shade Police said officers received multiple reports of a man, now identified as Cheatom, exposing himself in a lewd manner to a female victim near the Fox Meadow Apartment Complex and CVS.
Investigation Reveals Additional Incidents
Police said the female witness reported that a man exposed himself as she was leaving CVS and then appeared to follow her through the apartment complex, eventually exposing himself again from a distance before disappearing from view. Further investigation revealed additional incidents of peering into windows within the complex, and investigators ultimately identified Cheatom as the suspect.
Previous Arrest and Charges
Cheatom was previously arrested in August 2024 for peering into ground-level apartment windows, according to police. He was charged and arrested for three counts of peering into windows and two counts of lewdness for incidents that occurred on several different occasions. Police said he was transported to Burlington County Jail and later released.
Conclusion
Cheatom’s arrest serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance and community involvement in preventing and addressing incidents of this nature. Residents are encouraged to report any suspicious activity to the authorities immediately.
FAQs
* What is the current status of Joshua Cheatom?
+ Cheatom is currently in custody, pending further charges and proceedings.
* What is the extent of the alleged incidents?
+ The incidents involved multiple reports of peering into windows and lewd behavior at the Fox Meadow Apartment Complex.
* Has Cheatom been charged previously for similar offenses?
+ Yes, Cheatom was previously arrested in August 2024 for peering into ground-level apartment windows.
