A Sydney man is facing serious charges after Australian Federal Police allegedly discovered a hidden camera secretly filming women in a bathroom of his home.
Steven Cheng Su, 28, has been charged with multiple offences following an investigation that uncovered the covert recording device positioned to capture intimate moments without consent.
Discovery and Investigation
The investigation began when authorities received information about the illegal recording activities. AFP officers executed a search warrant at the man's Sydney residence on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, where they allegedly located and seized the hidden camera.
Forensic examination of the device revealed it had been used to record multiple women without their knowledge or permission. Police allege the camera was strategically placed to capture footage of individuals using the bathroom facilities.
During the search, investigators also seized several electronic items as part of their ongoing investigation into the extent of the illegal recordings.
Charges and Court Proceedings
Steven Cheng Su was arrested and charged with multiple offences relating to the alleged hidden camera operation. The specific charges include producing indecent material without consent and installing a device to observe another person's private activities.
The 28-year-old appeared before Parramatta Local Court on Wednesday, where the details of the alleged offences were formally presented. The matter was adjourned for further investigation and will return to court at a later date.
If convicted, the accused could face significant penalties under Australian law, including potential imprisonment for serious privacy violations involving hidden recording devices.
Community Impact and Police Statement
AFP emphasized the seriousness of such privacy violations, noting that hidden camera offences cause significant trauma to victims who have their privacy violated in what should be safe, private spaces.
"The AFP takes all forms of privacy invasion seriously," a spokesperson stated. "Using hidden cameras to film people without their consent in private moments is not only illegal but causes lasting harm to victims."
Police have encouraged anyone with concerns about similar incidents to come forward, assuring the community that all reports are treated with sensitivity and investigated thoroughly.
The investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to identify any additional victims and determine the full scope of the alleged recording activities.
