Cities in California and Arizona are facing a shortage of police officers. In Phoenix, the shortfall is 400 officers.  San Francisco is 600 officers short. A police shortage means a greater need for security guards.

Preventing Criminal Acts. Most crimes are crimes of opportunity. If criminals think they can get away with an illegal act, they’ll do so. If they think there is a chance they’ll be caught, they won’t. That’s where security guards can step in to prevent crime.

While some criminals don’t care if there is a police or security guard present, most who see a security presence will not attempt to commit the crime.

Security guards are assigned to shopping centers, along streets with high-end retailers and to large box stores. Their presence deters smash-and-grab robberies, shoplifting and physical assaults. If these crimes do occur, they step in to detain the criminals until police arrive.

Criminals have become more brazen, believing that no one will try to stop their behavior. A security guard changes the dynamics.

Access Control Security has over 25 years of experience patrolling locations, deterring criminal activity and stepping into action when necessary. Access Control Security provides security guard services for retail stores, shopping centers and malls in California and Arizona.

To request a security guard quote, give Access Control Security a call at 877-482-7324 or go to https://accesscontrolsecurity.com/quote-request.