According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB), car thefts in the U.S. increased more than 16 percent in 2021 compared to 2019 and almost 30 percent more than in 2017. The numbers in some parts of the country are even higher than that. For example, Washington state saw…
Ensuring resident safety should be a top priority for property owners and managers. Without a secure community, your residents will likely not be your residents for long. In this Arrest of the Month video, we took swift action after seeing two people with a gun in an apartment…
Inactive construction sites are theft targets. Any loss of equipment, tools or materials could cause project delays and financial implications, including increased insurance premiums. In this Arrest of the Month video, we saw an intruder scope out a site on foot, then return in…
Any business that has a parking lot or garage can never underestimate the security challenges they bring. Of course, you always want visitors, customers and employees to be safe without having cause for concern. However, just one bad incident can drive those people away and…
Data scientists revealed that catalytic converter thefts more than quadrupled during 2021. These crooks target dealerships because lots are filled with many, seemingly unattended vehicles in very close proximity. In May’s Arrest of the Month video, we caught two people crawling…
With the cost of materials continuing to rise, construction sites are presenting lots of opportunities for thieves. Unless there’s an effective security system in place, equipment, tools and lumber are ripe for the picking. In May’s Arrest of the Month video, we caught two…
There’s no question the retail industry has experienced its share of security issues, from inventory shortages to a spike in organized retail crime and shoplifting. Retail centers also contend with other challenges including vandalism, loitering, parking lot/garage problems and…
Sometimes the behavior of a resident or guest can become a safety risk. If this behavior continues, it could potentially make other residents feel unsafe. No one wants to live where they don’t feel secure. This is a key factor in minimizing vacancy and maximizing rental…