Peeping Tom caught in the act at Target
Stories like this make my blood boil. Some creep was caught taking pics up women’s skirts at a Target store. Let’s give a big cheer for the woman who called him out — and filmed it.
Peeping Toms and tech are a match made in you-know-where. They use everything from smartphones to hidden cameras to get their fix. Luckily, I’m on your side to keep you and your loved ones safe.
Skirting around the issue
On an otherwise ordinary day in Greenville, North Carolina, a woman took a trip to her local Target. She noticed a 21-year-old man getting a little too close for comfort — crouching down on the ground near her.
When she moved, so did the man. Then she noticed his cellphone on the floor. That’s when it clicked: She was wearing a skirt that day, and this creep was trying to slide his phone underneath to get a photo. It makes my stomach turn!
Caught red-handed
Fortunately, another Target shopper spotted the creep, too. She started filming the peeper after noticing him following the victim around the store. She captured him putting his phone on the floor and posted it to social media.
Ultimately, that video is what led to the peeper’s arrest.
Of course, when the cops picked him up, he denied it all and gladly handed over his phone. Cops got a search warrant to dig deeper and fortunately, they didn’t find any inappropriate photos of children.
The peeper was released on bond and his fate now rests in the courts, but he won’t return to his job anytime soon. Where’d he work, you ask? An elementary school.
Protect your privacy
Whether you’re on a Target run or vacation, a Peeping Tom could be lurking. Stay safe and smart with these tips.
- Any public place is fair game for a creep. Be aware of your surroundings anywhere you change clothes, including fitting rooms, hotel rooms and a local gym.
- Be on the lookout for cameras. Red flags include suspicious wires and tiny flashing lights. Cameras can also be hidden behind things like wall decor, lamps and shelves.
- Mirrors are camera hot spots. To check for one, turn off the lights in the room and shine your phone’s flashlight into the mirror.
- Don’t forget to check the toilets, too. Cameras could be hiding behind seats and tanks.
- For an added layer of protection, invest in a hidden camera detector and keep it in your purse. There are also hidden camera detection apps for iPhone and Android if you want to go the free route. Just don’t expect perfect results.
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