A Marion County man is facing an indecent exposure charge after deputies say he walked into a Dollar General with more than bargains on his mind.
According to a report from the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, Phillip Jones Jr. was captured on store surveillance video on the morning of June 13 allegedly digging into his pants, touching himself, and making a “stroking motion” as he exited the store — all while appearing to be aroused.
The assistant manager, who reported the incident, told deputies she saw the display firsthand around 8:30 a.m. and reviewed the footage to confirm it. She also said Jones had asked if she was single and requested her number during checkout. Another employee stated she hadn’t noticed anything unusual at the time.
Deputies later tracked Jones to his Dunnellon residence. After being read his rights, he reportedly admitted he had gone to the store “to expose himself,” citing an urge brought on by his attraction to the cashier. He also acknowledged that his behavior in public was the result of what he called “random urges.”
Jones was arrested and transported to the Marion County Jail. No coupons were involved.
