BREAKING: A former police officer, Julian Alcala, has confessed to illegally searching the phones of 20 women during traffic stops to steal nude photos. This shocking admission was made in the U.S. District Court, revealing serious breaches of trust and police misconduct.
Between February 6 and May 18, 2024, while on duty with the Florissant Police Department in Missouri, Alcala, aged 30, pulled over women in a marked police vehicle. He falsely claimed he needed to check their phones for insurance verification or vehicle registration. In reality, Alcala seized their phones, returning to his patrol car where he conducted unwarranted searches.
In a disturbing twist, Alcala used his own phone to capture images of women and their loved ones in various states of nudity found on the victims’ devices. The investigation began after one victim discovered that Alcala had forwarded a video of her to his personal phone.
Alcala resigned from the police force in June 2024 as the FBI initiated an investigation. Following a thorough inquiry, authorities executed search warrants on Alcala’s phone and cloud storage, uncovering images of 19 additional victims.
Alcala pleaded guilty to 20 counts of deprivation of rights under color of law, which refers to the right to be free from unreasonable search and seizure. The legal ramifications are severe, with each count potentially resulting in a sentence of up to a year in jail and fines reaching $100,000.
The Florissant Police Department issued a statement expressing outrage at Alcala’s actions: “We are disgusted at this behavior, which is a complete betrayal of the values we uphold and in no way reflects the professionalism and integrity of our dedicated officers.” They emphasized the importance of rebuilding trust within the community.
Sentencing for Alcala is scheduled for March 11, 2026, marking a critical moment for justice in this troubling case. The fallout from this scandal raises urgent questions about police accountability and community trust.
As this story develops, the community and legal authorities are keenly watching for further updates. Stay tuned for more breaking news as this case unfolds.
