A Sex Offender from Leamington, Simon Garnett, who filmed victims with a concealed camera and characterised his actions as a ‘cheap delight,’ has been incarcerated.
Simon Garnett, 52, of St. Fremund Way, hosted people at his residence to clandestinely record them.
A police inquiry commenced in February 2022 when a guest at Simon Garnett’s residence observed two LED lights in a clock radio during his shower.
The guest discovered the presence of a pinhole spy camera in the device and departed the premises with it.
On the way out, Simon Garnett accosted him and said, “It was just a cheap thrill, it’s just a bit of voyeurism.”
Simon Garnett later tried to persuade the victim to return to his home so they could ‘destroy the memory card together’.
Later that evening, the victim watched the footage and saw themselves – and several other victims showering on different occasions.
The victim promptly contacted the police and detectives began investigating. Three other victims were identified and contacted.
Simon Garnett answered ‘no comment’ to almost all questions in his police interview – but he was ultimately charged with eight counts of voyeurism.
And at Warwick Crown Court on Monday, 30 September, Simon Garnett was sentenced to 15 months in prison.
Detective Constable Claire Scott said: “Simon Garnett tried to play his predatory behaviour down by branding it a ‘cheap thrill’.
“This was an appalling string of offences that saw Garnett abuse the trust of friends – and I am glad the courts have imposed a custodial sentence.
“I would like to thank the four victims, whose help has ensured that Simon Garnett is held accountable for his actions.”
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