The Spy Games

Spying gadgets are more widely available now. It is getting smaller and more difficult to spot. It can come in many forms, from a telephone recorder, spy camera, hidden microphone of even the gps locator.

These are tools of trades, the danger starts when they are used for unethical or criminal purposes.

It was reported in the local daily, a syndicate is actively working to lure unsuspecting victims for sex and film the actions using a small spy camera. The victims were blackmailed, and if they refuse to pay, their action video will be uploaded to internet and circulated.

In the sampled case, a retiree (man) of above 60 years old met a charming lady of about 40 at his club. Since the man's wife is a busy politician, he took the opportunity to be close to her. The relationship ended to a hotel where they had an intimate relationship.

A week later, the man received a phone call demanding compensation on rm100,000. When he refused,  he received a reminder in his email and a copy of a video showing his acts in the hotel.

Most man will pay the ransom rather than face the wrath of the family.

The syndicate are well connected. It seem to know who to target. They will only go for the rich few, those who can effort to pay.

photo from thestar newspaper