{
  "id": 12122149,
  "title": "HK privacy watchdog probes 24/7 Fitness after pinhole cameras found in changing room",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/hk-privacy-watchdog-probes-24-7-fitness-after-pinhole-cameras-found",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-05T09:38:18.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Hong Kong Free Press",
    "slug": "hong-kong-free-press-hongkongfp",
    "url": "https://hongkongfp.com/2026/10/05/hk-privacy-watchdog-probes-24-7-fitness-after-pinhole-cameras-found-in-changing-room/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Hong Kong's privacy watchdog, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data, has initiated an investigation into fitness gym chain 24/7 Fitness following the discovery of pinhole cameras in a changing room at one of its Sha Tin branches. The PCPD announced on Monday that it had commenced a compliance check on the company and requested information about its security measures in response to the pinhole camera finding. The incident was reported by a staff member at a 24/7 Fitness branch in Sha Tin last month, who promptly filed a police report. A 34-year-old man was subsequently arrested and charged with voyeurism in connection with the incident. The PCPD stated that the probe aimed to ensure the adequate protection of the personal data privacy of 24/7 Fitness members and would examine whether the security measures implemented by the company are sufficient to prevent similar occurrences. In a statement following the incident, 24/7 Fitness said it had implemented new procedures and increased checks across all branches for hidden cameras, inspecting showers, changing rooms, and restrooms to ensure member safety and peace of mind. The gym had also suspended the suspect's membership and assisted with the police investigation. The branch where the pinhole cameras were found is situated in Lek Yuen Estate in Sha Tin. 24/7 Fitness operates over 160 gyms across Hong Kong.",
  "summary": "Hong Kong’s privacy watchdog has launched a probe into commercial gym chain 24/7 Fitness after pinhole cameras were discovered in the changing room of a Sha Tin branch. The Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (PCPD) said on Monday that it had begun a compliance check on 24/7 Fitness and required the company […]",
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        "outlet": "Hong Kong Free Press",
        "title": "HK privacy watchdog probes 24/7 Fitness after pinhole cameras found in changing room",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/hk-privacy-watchdog-probes-24-7-fitness-after-pinhole-cameras-found-12124740",
        "published": "2026-10-05T09:38:18.000Z"
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