During a Texas A&M football game, a 61‑year‑old man identified as Manuel Ramirez was arrested after off‑duty Bryan police officers observed his phone actively recording a woman on an elevated ramp near Section 338 of Kyle Field.
The officers confirmed that Ramirez had been capturing video without the woman’s consent, a violation that falls under Texas’ invasive visual recording statute, classified as a state jail felony. The footage showed continuous recording, indicating that the act was intentional and not a fleeting mistake.
The woman who was recorded was promptly notified of the incident and chose to press charges against Ramirez. Texas A&M University Police assumed control of the investigation, seizing his phone as evidence and securing the area while the case was examined.
Company Response
SSC Services for Education, the third‑party custodial firm employing Ramirez, terminated his employment immediately, citing that his conduct violated the company’s core values and standards, which expressly prohibit any form of invasive visual recording. The firm also confirmed that it fully cooperated with law enforcement officials throughout the investigation.
The arrest highlights the seriousness with which universities and their contractors treat privacy breaches, especially in high‑traffic venues such as Kyle Field. As the legal process continues, Ramirez faces potential imprisonment and a permanent criminal record, while the incident has prompted a broader review of security protocols and employee background checks at large sporting events.