Mixed‑up Charger Turns Out to be a Spy: Singapore Dad Gets 18 Weeks
The story begins with a man who thought he was buying a handy USB charger, but the mystery device was actually a spy camera that could wirelessly transmit footage to his phone. Turns out, he used it to film his own 13‑year‑old daughter in her bedroom—yes, it’s that kind of “bad‑ass” dad crime story.
How the Plan Went Down
- He slipped the camera into a corner of his daughter’s room on July 6, 2020, right around 7:20 am.
- He set the camera to face her laundry basket, launched an app on his phone, and watched the live feed. The footage was so steady he had to readjust the angle a few minutes later.
- The camera actually recorded the girl in the nude before she got dressed for school.
- Later that morning, he returned to dump the footage onto his laptop and phone, clearly “for his own pleasure.”
The Wife’s Discovery
On August 2, 2020, his 36‑year‑old wife stumbled upon the hidden videos. She immediately called the police, and the authorities began their investigation. The prosecution claimed he had tried to justify his actions by saying he was simply monitoring his daughter’s study habits—though no such footage existed.
Legal Repercussions
On April 20, he pleaded guilty to two counts of voyeurism. Facing a maximum sentence of two years, the court handed him 18 weeks’ imprisonment and one cane stroke. His name remains under a gag order to protect his daughter’s identity.
Key Takeaway
If you’re looking for a discreet USB charger, make sure it doesn’t have a hidden camera. And if you’re a parent, double‑check that your electronics aren’t secretly filming you or your kids. After all, privacy is no joke—especially when it involves a 13‑year‑old.
