Abstract: A burglar and intruder detection system photographs burglars and other intruders by use of a mechanically trippable camera of the automatic advance type for sequentially taking successive pictures upon being repeatedly tripped. An electric motor drives a shaft having a cam. A lever arrangement is actuated by cam lobes to repeatedly trip the camera when the motor operates. Electric power for motor operation is provided by a switch mat or other switching device in response to detection of the presence of an intruder. A thread follower on the shaft establishes a predetermined time interval following the initiation of motor operation, operating a switching device for de-energizing the motor after the interval is timed out. An enclosure having a movable cover protects the camera and associated lighting. Solenoids control movement of the cover.