Target just reported a $500 million increase in retail theft at their stores by organized crime rings, pushing its overall retail “shrinkage” to over $1 billion. The same upsurge in retail theft is happening throughout the country, underscoring the need for an increase in security efforts including retail security guard patrols. Organized Crime Ring Theft […]
Car dealerships have a theft problem. Millions of dollars of merchandise (vehicles) are left out in the open overnight. In one recent case, a man had time to vandalize a dealership in Laguna Beach and steal a car during the night when the dealership was closed. He was caught, but not before causing hundreds of […]
There are lots of security guard companies. The reason? Security guards are in high demand. As unchecked theft, random violence and vandalism increase, the public is turning to security guards to offer protection. The level of guard experience varies depending on the security guard company. Licensing and Training. All California and Arizona security guards must […]
Security guards are called on to provide security in all sorts of situations. Every security job is unique. Here are the top three reasons to hire security guards. Protect Property From Vandalism And Break-ins. Guards stand watch at commercial and retail sites, events, houses of worship, parks, schools, government facilities and other locations where trespassing, […]
Riding on public transportation can be a harrowing experience. Drug use, theft, assault and lack of a clean environment are making riders on public buses and metro lines feel unsafe. Public transportation crime in Los Angeles has risen sharply. Security guards at metro stations and on public transportation can reduce crime and poor behavior. Crime […]
Helping to get the unhoused off the streets should be the highest priority for every elected official. In some cases, homeless individuals suffer from mental illness or drug addiction and they resort to theft and vandalism. When business owners and community members see such types of crime rising where they work or live, they should […]
Los Angeles-area restaurants and shops are experiencing an increase in nighttime burglaries. Some locations have been hit multiple times. Enlisting the services of overnight security guards is one way to stop these criminals. Crime of Opportunity. Burglars select locations in which they can gain easy access—usually those with glass entry doors or large glass frontage […]
When a man armed with an AR15 entered a social services center and fired a shot, the security guard on duty did what he was trained to do—subdue the man until police arrived. The guard, Reynaldo Beckford, used his 20 years of security guard experience during the struggle. Fortunately, no one was hurt and the […]
After three years of pandemic shutdowns, businesses are back to holding holiday parties for their employees. As festive as the occasions may be, there is a security element that needs to be addressed. As we’ve seen, a disgruntled employee may see an office party as the time to vent their anger. Hire Temporary Guards. Holiday […]
Target projected its retail inventory losses would increase at least by $400 million this year over 2021 primarily due to organized crime rings. With holiday shopping in full swing, Target and other retailers are looking to increase security measures including hiring more security guards to keep criminals from stealing from their stores. Things Are Getting […]
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