According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau, 1,020,729 cars were stolen in 2023, an all-time high. California had the most vehicle thefts in 2023 with 208,668. Washington D.C. had the most thefts per 100,000 people. Strong security measures including enlisting the services of parking security guards can help reduce car theft. Prevention. Cars parked in […]
The recent tragic school shooting in Georgia is a reminder that we need to stay vigilant when it comes to protecting students. Strong school security measures can help stop those who are intent on causing violence on school campuses. School Security: Schools are adding mandatory administrative office check-ins, metal detectors and fencing to stop intruders. […]
Combining on-site security guards with the latest security technology provides the thorough security coverage needed in today’s uncertain world. Human Factor. Trying to prevent break-ins, vandalism and other illegal behavior with only a security camera that records events for later viewing is ineffective. Onsite security personnel patrol in areas that cameras cannot reach. If guards […]
Culver City is the latest city to require security screenings before individuals can enter city council meetings. Those wanting to enter will need to pass through a metal detector and have their bags searched. The need for enhanced security measures at public meetings is a sign of the times. Need For Security at Government Meetings. […]
A woman shoplifted at least 30 times from the same store before being caught. It’s another example of why retail security guards are needed in stores and shopping centers. Shoplifting Spree. The suspected shoplifter stole about $6,000 in merchandise, mostly handbags and jeans, from a TJ Maxx store in Long Beach, California. The retailer’s employees […]
Access Control Security (ACS), a California-based security guard company with offices in five states and Washington, D.C., has seen the demand for its retail security guard services grow more than 30 percent over the last year as increases in retail theft have left many store owners looking for help. “Criminal retail gangs are a huge […]
CargoNet reports that there were more than 200 cargo thefts per month in the US in 2023, a 57 percent rise from the year before. Between December 2023 and January 2, 2024, during the height of the holiday season, 205 thefts took place, says CargoNet, which tracks cargo thefts. California and Texas each had 37. […]
With homelessness a crisis in many cities, government officials are turning to private security guards to patrol homeless encampments. The goal is to stop crime and violence among the homeless and criminal activity in the surrounding areas. Keeping Communities Safe. Unhoused individuals are some of the most vulnerable to crime. Drug use, mental illness and […]
Law enforcement recently uncovered employee theft at a Nike distribution center. Employees redirected $2 million worth of shoes to a crime ring for resale. It’s the latest example of the need for stronger warehouse security measures. Warehouse Security Methods. Preventing items from leaving a warehouse illegally involves implementing a number of security measures. In the […]
In a survey by the Brennan Center for Justice, public officeholders across the country are experiencing an increase in threats that include harassment, abusive language and physical attacks. As election day draws closer, additional personal security guards and safety measures are needed to protect those in the public eye. Fearing For Their Safety. The survey […]
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