British man faces prison time for hidden camera on Japan-Singapore flight

The airplanes viewing gallery of the Changi Airport in Singapore, Oct. 12, 2020. Photo by Reuters

According to the Singapore police, officers were alerted to the case at around 5:35 p.m. on Oct. 7 , CNA reported.

Investigators said the man hid the camera in the toilet, and activated its recording function remotely using an application on his mobile phone.

A cabin crew member who used the toilet discovered the hidden camera, removed it, and informed a colleague.

When the man returned to retrieve the camera, he found it was already gone.

To avoid detection, he deleted the app and all related photographs from his mobile phone.

Upon arrival at Singapore Changi Airport, the man was detained by authorities for questioning, and his phone and the camera were seized.

He faces a voyeurism charge.

If convicted, he could face up to two years in prison, a fine, caning, or a combination of all.

He also faces one count of obstructing the course of justice by attempting to destroy evidence on his phone, which carries a prison sentence of up to seven years, a fine, or both.

In their statement, the police emphasized a zero-tolerance stance toward sexual offenders who threaten public safety, adding that offenders would be dealt with sternly, according to AsiaOne.

They also urged the public to pay attention to their surroundings and report any suspicious activity immediately since quick reports are key to catching perpetrators.