Reddit Detective Unearths Hidden Camera Planted By Landlord, But Internet Sleuths Suspect There’s More To The Story

Creepy landlord or Internet hoax?

Jesse

• Published in Interesting
• October 29, 2023

In an age where privacy is a top concern, a recent post on Reddit's r/trashy subreddit has stirred controversy and debate among users.

A Redditor (OP) claimed that their landlord, under the guise of performing routine maintenance, covertly installed a 360° Wi-Fi surveillance camera in their apartment. To add fuel to the fire, the device was also equipped with audio recording capabilities, allegedly without the tenant's knowledge or consent.

The post quickly gained traction, with many users weighing in on the story's authenticity. Skeptics pointed out the conspicuous placement of the camera, arguing that it seemed almost deliberately placed in the open. This led some to speculate that OP had set it up themselves in a bid for attention or Reddit karma.

However, a few others were quick to remind the community that if the story holds water, such an act by the landlord is a severe violation of privacy laws. Secretly recording tenants without their knowledge or consent could lead to criminal charges, hefty fines, and even imprisonment in many jurisdictions.

While the truth behind the Reddit post remains shrouded in mystery, it serves as a cautionary tale. It's important that every tenant knows their rights and is vigilant about their privacy.

In an era of smart devices and interconnected technology, the boundaries between privacy and surveillance are more blurred than ever.

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Let’s dig into the details

The cam in full view

Here’s how the Reddit community reacted to the story:

Wow, we wonder where the cam is

This Redditor isn’t buying this story. Someone needs to try harder next time

The camera is right there. It’s staring OP right in the face

The camera is so obviously placed that it makes the story hard to believe

“Not sure what country you are in but in Australia this is completely illegal.”

Planting a camera in someone’s house is definitely illegal

The camera is quite easy to spot. It’s just right there, in full view!

Or is it just a decoy with others secretly planted?

“Given how obviously they placed the camera I imagine they are too dumb for hidden cameras.”

Why would OP’s landlord think the camera would go unnoticed when it was placed in an obvious spot

“You think it isn't stealthy, but if you aren't explicitly looking for something, how likely are you to notice it?“

“Illegal in the European union for sure.”

“This hiding spot is not really a hiding spot.”

“Talk to a lawyer. Seriously. This is ‘invasion of privacy’…”

A very interesting point

A majority of the Reddit users weren’t convinced that OP’s landlord actually planted any camera in their house. In fact, they’ve concluded that this is just a fake story to draw attention to themself.

The fact that such a large camera was obviously placed just makes it hard to believe that this was a covert mission by their landlord. Regardless, a few commenters have reiterated that such acts are illegal, and if true, OP should press charges.

Do you think this post is real or one of those attention-begging tales? Tell us in the comments below.

Jesse