YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – A man arrested for allegedly placing a recording device in a public park restroom was not formally charged with those crimes in court.

The 29-year-old man was arrested on Tuesday night.

The man was accused of intentionally violating people's privacy and illegally observing, recording and recording people.

A judge signed a release form for his release.

Community members are reacting to his arrest and release.

“It feels really dangerous. I have kids, too, and I feel like it's really, really crazy. Just hearing about this kind of thing here makes me sick,” said Veronica Rodriguez, who lives in the area. said.

“So, what we want our community to know is whether they are using public areas. We ask everyone to be aware of their surroundings. If you see anything that seems unusual or unusual… please report it immediately,” said Christina Fernandez with the Yuma Police Department. .

The man was released, but the court can bring charges at a later date if further evidence is found.