A couple from Texas has filed a lawsuit against a Maryland man after discovering hidden cameras in a house they rented through Airbnb. Kayelee Gates and her fiancé, Christian Capraro, had driven 23 hours to stay at Christopher Goisse’s home in Silver Spring, Maryland, for a two-night visit in August 2022. Their trip quickly turned into a nightmare.
Upon arrival, they rented a bedroom in Goisse’s house and planned to enjoy a relaxing stay. However, things took a turn when Capraro, who installs smoke detectors for work, noticed two detectors in the bedroom—one directly above the bed and another in the corner. This raised his suspicion.
While relaxing in bed, he examined the detector above the bed and found a hidden camera inside. Alarmed, they also found a similar camera in the bathroom. The couple, feeling their privacy had been invaded, immediately left the property and checked into a hotel. They then contacted the Montgomery County Police Department.
Gates described the emotional toll of the incident, expressing feelings of “embarrassment, humiliation, disgrace, and loss of dignity.” She shared her distress in an interview, mentioning how the situation has left her anxious and upset.
The police investigation found another hidden camera in the basement, where another guest was staying. The couple’s attorney, Dan Whitney Jr., emphasized the uncertainty surrounding where the recordings might have gone, likening it to “opening Pandora’s box.”
At the time of the investigation, Goisse was in the master bedroom and initially allowed the police to search the house. However, he later refused to let them enter his brother Larry’s bedroom. Police later found Larry, who allegedly tried to destroy evidence before emerging from the room. Inside Larry’s room, a safe containing multiple hidden cameras was discovered.
The couple is suing Christopher Goisse for $75,000, holding him responsible for the cameras found in his home. Goisse has denied involvement, suggesting the guests may have planted the devices themselves. The lawsuit is ongoing, with the most recent court filings made in May 2024.
