Cartoon Art Museum fires curator Andrew Farago after arrest for secret bathroom recording

The Cartoon Art Museum in San Francisco has terminated Andrew Farago, its longtime curator and public face, following his arrest by Berkeley police for allegedly hiding a camera to record guests using a bathroom during a party at his home. Farago had been with the museum for over two decades and was widely known in the Bay Area art community. The incident came to light after police investigated a complaint and discovered the hidden recording device. The museum stated it parted ways with Farago effective immediately, emphasizing its commitment to safety and ethics. Farago faces charges related to invasion of privacy. The case has shocked the local art world, where Farago was a respected figure.