LSU cornerback Javien Toviano turned himself into authorities on Sunday following charges of video voyeurism. The East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office announced Toviano’s surrender, as reported by The New Orleans Times-Picayune. According to the arrest warrant, Toviano is accused of recording videos of s*xual encounters with a woman without her consent.
The woman informed police that she discovered the videos on Toviano’s iPad, which were recorded via a hidden camera placed inside a clock near his bed. She stated that Toviano had previously recorded their s*xual encounters without her consent and that she had explicitly told him she did not want to be recorded, according to police reports.
Toviano admitted to police that he used a hidden camera to record their s*xual encounters. Following these revelations, LSU announced on Sunday that Toviano has been suspended from all team activities.
“The student-athlete has been suspended from all team activities, by departmental policies,” the statement reads. “We will not have further comment out of respect for the legal process.”
Toviano did not publicly address his arrest on Sunday. It remains unclear if he has been released on bond.
Nineteen-year-old Toviano is a rising sophomore at LSU. He was expected to compete for significant playing time in the fall for an LSU team projected to rank in the preseason top 25 and contend for an SEC title. A former four-star recruit, Toviano played in all 13 LSU games last season as a freshman, starting in three. He recorded 33 tackles, one fumble recovery, and one pass defended.
This incident casts a shadow over LSU’s preparations for the upcoming season, where Toviano was anticipated to be a key defensive player. His suspension leaves a significant gap in the team’s secondary lineup, and LSU will now have to adjust its defensive strategy accordingly.
As the legal process unfolds, the university and the team are taking steps to address the situation within the framework of their policies and the law. The case brings attention to the serious nature of video voyeurism and the implications it has for privacy and consent.
Toviano’s future with LSU and his football career remains uncertain as the legal proceedings continue. The case highlights the importance of adhering to ethical standards and respecting personal boundaries, especially in situations involving trust and intimacy.
The university community and fans are watching closely as more details emerge and the legal process progresses. LSU’s commitment to maintaining a respectful and safe environment for all students and athletes is underscored by their swift response to suspend Toviano pending further investigation.
This incident serves as a reminder of the significant responsibilities that come with being a student-athlete and the impact of one’s actions both on and off the field.