Former FBI Agent Recommends Hidden Camera Detector for Solo Travelers

A former FBI agent, Steve Lazarus, is drawing attention to the importance of hidden-camera detectors for solo travelers. In a popular video with over 17 million views, Lazarus advises solo female travelers on essential safety measures, emphasizing the use of the Forward Gauss Hidden Camera Detector. This device, available on Amazon for $79, can detect pinhole cameras, listening devices, and GPS trackers in hotels and Airbnbs.

Lazarus, an FBI retiree and U.S. Air Force veteran, shares practical tips for hotel safety, such as parking in well-lit areas, using only the front entrance, and concealing room numbers. He also recommends sweeping the room for hidden cameras and tampering. The Forward Gauss detector offers three functions: camera detection, GPS tracking, and infrared scanning, with adjustable sensitivity.

In addition to the hidden camera detector, Lazarus suggests using a door stop alarm, priced at $8 on Amazon, to deter intruders. Other recommended safety gadgets include a portable safe, temporary door lock, and a UV flashlight for detecting bed bugs, all available on Amazon.