# Burglars Are Using Wi-Fi Jammers to Disable Security Cameras 🚨

**URL:** <https://onehack.st/t/burglars-are-using-wi-fi-jammers-to-disable-security-cameras/287916>\
**Category:** News & Articles\
**Created:** [July 30, 2024, 12:40am UTC](https://onehack.st/t/burglars-are-using-wi-fi-jammers-to-disable-security-cameras/287916 "2024-07-30T00:40:56Z")\
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**Author:** ![TheJoker](https://onehack.st/user_avatar/onehack.st/thejoker/32/22660_2.png) [@TheJoker](https://onehack.st/u/TheJoker)\
**Post date:** [July 30, 2024, 12:40am UTC](https://onehack.st/t/burglars-are-using-wi-fi-jammers-to-disable-security-cameras/287916/1 "2024-07-30T00:40:57Z")

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**Summary:**

1. **High-Tech Burglary** : In Los Angeles, sophisticated burglars are using Wi-Fi jamming devices to disable wireless security cameras before breaking in, targeting high-value items like jewelry and designer purses.
2. **Illegal Devices** : Despite being illegal in the U.S., these signal jammers are easy to build or buy, disrupting radio waves from security devices.
3. **Safety Tips** : The LAPD recommends hard-wiring alarm systems, tagging valuables with devices like Apple AirTags, and avoiding social media posts about vacations to reduce burglary risks.

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