Officials investigate video camera found in base locker room

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Air Force officials found a digital video recorder hidden in a locker in the women's main locker room Jan. 16 at the fitness center on Grand Forks Air Force Base.

Investigators from the 319th Security Forces Squadron immediately began an investigation. 

Recorded video of an isolated area of the locker room was discovered during the initial investigation and investigators confirmed that no portion of the showers or restrooms was recorded.

The investigation is being conducted with respect for the dignity and privacy of gym patrons. An active-duty servicemember has been identified as a suspect; however, at this time neither the name nor additional details will be released in order to protect the integrity of the ongoing investigation.

All appropriate wing facilities have been inspected, and no further recording devices were found. The base is developing procedures to routinely inspect all restrooms and locker areas and, in particular, examine access procedures for the locker rooms at the gym. 

"This appears to be an isolated incident, said Col. John Quinn, the 319th Air Refueling Wing vice commander. "Like any case, suspects are innocent until proven guilty. However, we take our military mission very seriously to include taking care of our people."

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