Imagine stepping out of the shower, feeling vulnerable, only to discover that someone has been watching you without your consent. This nightmare became a reality for a BBC actress when she uncovered a hidden spy camera in her bathroom, placed there by her landlord.

The shocking incident unfolded when the actress, known for her roles in popular comedies and dramas, stumbled upon the device tucked away inside a washing basket. After taking a shower, she noticed something unusual and, driven by a sense of foreboding, decided to investigate. What she found left her utterly shaken.

The actress, who moved into the property in France last July following a breakup, had sensed that something was off about her 40-something landlord. Reports hinted at his suspicious behavior, including possible drug use, but nothing could prepare her for the horror that awaited her.

“Something didn’t feel right with him,” she recounted, recalling her unease. Earlier, she had even plugged two holes drilled into the bathroom wall with cotton earbuds, a clear indication that her privacy was being invaded. However, the true extent of the violation would become evident only days later.

On the night before the discovery, she alleged that her drink was spiked, further intensifying the feeling of vulnerability. It was a surreal moment when she recalled, “It was like something out of a horror movie.”

She had always noticed a small black dot in the washing basket across from the shower, but she never imagined it would be a camera recording her most intimate moments. When the chilling realization hit her, her heart sank, and tears streamed down her face as she saw the green light blinking on the camera, confirming that she had indeed been recorded.

In a state of panic, she initially remained in the bathroom, fearing that the landlord might be lurking outside, possibly armed. Ultimately, she gathered the courage to flee the apartment, only to return days later with the police. When she finally mustered the strength to watch the footage, her horror deepened. “I was in complete shock,” she expressed, feeling the weight of the violation wash over her.

Law enforcement has launched an investigation into the matter, labeling it a significant breach of privacy. The police stated, “The subject of the complaint is a violation of privacy by filming or recording or transmitting the image of a person of a sexual nature.” This incident raises not only alarm bells about personal safety but also about the alarming prevalence of such invasive practices.