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Hidden video recording device discovered in cabin on Australian navy ship HMAS Leeuwin
Overview
The Australian Defence Force has confirmed that a hidden video recording device was found in a cabin on the Royal Australian Navy ship HMAS Leeuwin in Cairns, Queensland. Independent senator Jacqui Lambie raised concerns in parliament regarding allegations of concealed cameras in female shower facilities and claims that footage may have been uploaded online. The defence department stated that the incident has been referred to the Joint Military Police Unit and that the ship remained docked to facilitate the investigation and support crew members.
Key points
- A hidden video recording device was found on Sunday in a cabin aboard the Royal Australian Navy ship HMAS Leeuwin in Cairns, Queensland.
- Senator Jacqui Lambie alleged in parliament that concealed cameras were found in female sailors' shower facilities and that footage may have been uploaded online.
- The Australian Defence Department confirmed the discovery of a recording device in a cabin but did not specify if it was in a female-only space.
- The incident has been referred to the Joint Military Police Unit, and the vessel's departure was delayed to allow for investigations and crew support.