The 24-year-old passenger, who was flying home after a business trip in Denver, was changing clothes and using the toilet in a bathroom stall in Concourse A. Suddenly, he noticed someone reaching under the stall with a cellphone camera, taking a picture of him. In shock and anger, he yelled, and the man quickly took off. The passenger pursued him and confronted him, realizing that he was wearing a lanyard with identification indicating he worked for Gate Gourmet.
As soon as the passenger apprehended the man, the employee voluntarily offered his phone and allowed the passenger to delete the photos. Airport police were called and detained Eneriko Shawaii for questioning. Denver police stated that this is still an open investigation and no arrests have been made. CBS Colorado was unable to locate Shawaii for comment on the incident.
The passenger decided to press charges after realizing the potential danger. He feared that the cellphone camera could have been pointed at a child, highlighting the seriousness of the situation. His decision has drawn attention to the need for increased security and privacy measures at the airport.
Mike Arnot, a spokesperson for Gate Gourmet, confirmed that Shawaii has been suspended from his job and stripped of his airport security credentials. "We take allegations of misconduct against an employee extremely seriously," said Arnot. "We will fully cooperate with the investigation undertaken by the relevant authorities. The alleged conduct did not occur in connection with the employee's official duties."
This incident has raised questions about the security protocols and employee conduct at the airport. It serves as a reminder that even in public spaces, privacy and safety should be a top priority. The investigation is ongoing, and the community awaits the outcome with bated breath.