Hundreds of Royal Caribbean Passengers Possibly Filmed by Ex-Employee's Hidden Cameras

A startling revelation has emerged concerning Royal Caribbean passengers who may have fallen victim to being filmed by hidden cameras secretly placed by a former employee. The ex-staffer, Arvin Joseph Mirasol, is currently serving a 30-year sentence in federal prison for child pornography offenses. Reports from an attorney representing the victims suggest that hundreds of unsuspecting passengers might have been recorded without their knowledge.

Mirasol, a Philippine national, was apprehended at sea on February 25 after a young girl discovered a camera concealed beneath a sink on a Royal Caribbean cruise departing from Florida. Following this discovery, he was arrested upon the ship's return to port. Upon investigation, authorities found a collection of illicit videos showing children in vulnerable situations, such as showering and changing clothes. Shockingly, Mirasol confessed to lurking under cabin beds to spy on children as they exited showers, capturing them on film.

Amidst this distressing situation, a group of twelve victims and their families have initiated legal action against Royal Caribbean Group. They argue that the cruise line failed to adequately protect passengers and screen out potential predators during the hiring process. One plaintiff, whose daughter was only 2 years old during the cruise, expressed profound shock and disbelief at the breach of privacy and safety they experienced.

Spencer Aronfeld, the attorney representing the 12 anonymous victims, believes that there could be numerous other victims who remain unaware of being recorded by the perpetrator. He highlighted Mirasol's method of installing cameras under cabin bathroom sinks to film individuals of all ages without their consent.

The plaintiff with the 2-year-old daughter emphasized the importance of accountability and prevention of such incidents in the future. She stressed the need for transparency, responsibility, and compensation for the victims, aiming to ensure that no other families endure similar violations of privacy.

Another lawsuit, filed by an additional victim of Mirasol, speculated that up to 960 individuals might have been subjected to the ex-employee's hidden cameras. This legal action, lodged shortly after Mirasol's sentencing, alleged that he not only filmed adults but also shared the footage online, including explicit content of the anonymous plaintiff.