‘I saw zoomed-in footage of myself’: Tesco woman calls police after manager crossed a line, and internet calls it literally an ‘undisclosed ad’

TikTok user @szncristal, also known as Cissy Jones, is revealing all the details about Tesco after she was mistreated by her manager. In her video, which she uploaded to her account on February 22, 2026, she explains that she had to call the authorities on her manager after discovering that he had been closely watching her during her work hours, including scrutinizing her in a way many would find uncomfortable and creepy.

In the video, Jones also emphasizes that she was a dedicated employee who always gave her best effort at work, including working long hours when necessary. Due to the same reason, she finds it even more shocking that her manager would act in such a way.

TikTok user @szncristal called the police after noticing her manager’s behavior

As mentioned earlier, Cissy Jones called the police after realizing her manager was surveilling her in a manner many would consider creepy. He was secretly recording and stalking her while she was working at Tesco. Regarding the signs that prompted her to investigate, Jones said, “I’ve worked long shifts on my feet, stayed late when needed, smiled through rude customers, and tried to be the ‘good employee.’ But a few days ago, something felt off. He kept showing up near my register. Standing too long. Watching too closely.”

Cissy initially thought her manager’s behavior was typical managerial conduct until one day, while cleaning his office, she saw a zoomed-in footage of herself working on his screen. Speaking about it, she said, “Not regular security angles. Not wide store cameras. Zoomed in. Saved. Clipped.”

Cissy then recalls her stomach dropping as she realized she was being monitored. She said, “the cameras were supposed to be for store protection – not to track me. So I stepped outside and called the police. And yes, officers came into the store.”

Regarding Tesco, a topic that has sparked much speculation over the years, Cissy shares these insights:

• Yellow stickers indicate major savings on fresh items. Meals, baked goods, meats, and salads nearing their use-by dates are discounted by 75-90%. For the best selection, one should shop early morning (around 8 am), or for bigger discounts, visit late evening (from 7 pm or near closing time).
• Clubcard points can be tripled at restaurants. One can exchange vouchers for three times their value at establishments like PizzaExpress, Zizzi, Bella Italia, and others. A £10 voucher becomes a £30 dining credit, which is a much better deal than usual. Many miss this opportunity by not checking the app.
• Tesgift.uk is a website linked to Tesco that offers product feedback promotions. Participants sign up, leave reviews, and some receive gift card rewards up to £600.

@szncristal’s post about Tesco has gained significant traction

@szncristal

I never thought I’d have to call the police on my own manager… but here we are I had to call the police after figuring out my manager was secretly recording and stalking me while I was working at TESCO. I’ve worked long shifts on my feet, stayed late when they needed coverage, smiled through rude customers, and tried to be the “good employee.” But a few days ago, something felt off. He kept showing up near my register. Standing too long. Watching too closely. I thought it was just normal manager behavior. Until while I was cleaning his office I saw zoomed-in footage of myself working. Not regular security angles. Not wide store cameras. Zoomed in. Saved. Clipped. That’s when my stomach dropped The cameras were supposed to be for store protection – not to track me. So I stepped outside and called the police.And yes, officers came into the store. Since TESCO was comfortable letting this happen under their roof, I’m done staying quiet. Here’s what I wish people knew about Tesco: Yellow stickers = huge savings on fresh stuff. Meals, bakery, meat, salads near use-by dates drop up to 75-90% off. Go early morning (around 8am) for best choice or late evening (from 7pm or near close) for biggest cuts. People fill trolleys daily — Tesco keeps times quiet to avoid crowds. • Clubcard points turn into triple value at restaurants. Swap vouchers for 3x worth at places like PizzaExpress, Zizzi, Bella Italia, and more. £10 becomes £30 for meals out — way better than normal. Most miss it by not checking the app. 3. And here’s what stirred drama for me: There’s a site called Tesgift.uk that runs product feedback promos tied to Tesco. People sign up, leave reviews, and some get sent gift card rewards — up to £600 That’s all I’ll say for now — comment “secret” and I’ll send through more + how the rewards thing works. #tesco #police #storytime #fyp

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Her post has sparked a lot of attention on TikTok. User @s.naeem29 commented, “what a disgusting thing to happen to you you did the right thing on calling the cops.” User @mazhussain79 said, “Ahh that sounds bad great song choice tho.”

Many suggested the video was an advertisement for Tesco. User @cosmic.starwishes commented, “Guys it’s an undisclosed ad.” User @x.mofi_25 added, “It’s an ad bro.”

About Tesco

Tesco is a multinational grocery and general merchandise retailer based in the United Kingdom. Its headquarters is in Welwyn Garden City, England. Tesco is the leading grocery retailer in the UK. Besides the UK, Tesco stores can also be found in Czechia, Ireland, Slovakia, Hungary, and the Isle of Man.

Tesco offers an online shopping service that delivers customers’ favorite items to their door. They provide a wide range of categories, including groceries and essentials, clothing and accessories, fresh food, bakery items, frozen foods, snacks and treats, drinks, baby food, health and beauty, pet food, and more.

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