Central Florida Would-Be Car Burglar Busted with Live Video Surveillance

The dream of sunny skies and theme park thrills has drawn millions to Central Florida, but shadows may lurk behind the magic. Auto theft and burglaries plague residents of the region’s multifamily residential communities, creating unease for residents of these desirable communities meant to embody the Florida lifestyle.   

Crime reports from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement reveal an alarming upward trend in motor vehicle thefts throughout the state in recent years. For apartment dwellers, this statistic heightens existing safety concerns. Densely packed vehicles and inconsistent security measures can make complexes prime targets for opportunistic thieves. What’s more, newly released data from the FBI shows that while many cars are eventually recovered after being stolen, the thieves are never caught. 

The vehicles themselves are not the only targets. There’s been a significant surge in stolen valuable parts, such as catalytic converters, which are an especially desirable draw for thieves. In one incident, Flagler County Sheriffs caught three South Florida men in a stolen vehicle with 13 catalytic converters in the trunk. 

In response to the escalating situation, law enforcement agencies have taken steps to collaborate with apartment community management to bolster preventive measures. These include increasing police patrols and encouraging residents to participate in neighborhood watch programs, as well as suggesting installing effective video surveillance throughout the property. Public service campaigns have also been put in place that emphasize basic resident precautions, such as locking car doors, not leaving valuables in plain sight, and being vigilant of suspicious activity. 

In the video above, Stealth security professionals observing a central Florida apartment community spotted a masked individual on a bicycle approaching and accessing multiple vehicles at approximately 11:19 p.m. and immediately activated audible alarms. Due to the nature of the activity being observed, they also contacted local police dispatch and informed them of the attempted burglaries in progress. Responding officers arrived onsite quickly, were able to successfully locate the suspect and take them into custody without further incident. 

Help Protect Your Residents’ Vehicles and Community with a Proactive and Effective Security Solution 

For multifamily residential communities, safety should never be compromised, and yet traditional security measures like unmonitored cameras and guards have blind spots that can put communities at risk. Stealth’s live video monitoring offers an intelligent solution that helps proactively protect your property from criminal and unwanted activity in real time. 

Stealth’s system combines cutting-edge video analytics with extensively trained monitoring operators, providing more complete coverage across your premises. Smart cameras can detect suspicious behaviors as they happen, empowering our experts to respond instantly to threats. With Stealth, you don’t have to wait for an incident to occur to take action.  

Audible alarms often ward off trespassers, but our team can also contact authorities when needed. Detailed live reports from our security professionals can enable faster police response, unlike passive surveillance systems. We can help law enforcement neutralize dangers before they escalate, just as can be seen in the example above. 

Our tailored services enhance safety while reducing liability and expenses. Ditch outdated security with a program designed for modern residential complexes and let our multifamily residential security specialists show you how Stealth can help proactively defend your community. Contact us today and discover the comprehensive protection you deserve at up to 60% savings through a complimentary consultation and quote.

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