Suspect Breaks into Vehicle at Maryland Dealership, Gets Arrested

Auto dealerships are faced with a variety of pressing security concerns, both physical and digital. With valuable inventory, sensitive customer data, and high-value assets present in any dealership, the need for enhanced security measures is vital to protect these properties from a myriad of security threats. 

One of the primary security challenges faced by auto dealerships is theft. From vehicle theft to parts pilferage and vandalism, thieves target dealerships thanks to what they perceive as lucrative opportunities. Dealers need to invest in robust physical security measures to protect their property, deter unauthorized access, and prevent costly thefts and damages. 

At 9:43 p.m., Stealth security professionals monitoring a Maryland automotive dealership observed an intruder walking onto the property before heading directly toward a black pickup truck belonging to the property. Stealth security operators immediately activated onsite audible alarms as the intruder entered the truck briefly. Local law enforcement dispatch was also contacted and informed of the activity in progress on the property. Officers arrived quickly and were able to locate and arrest the suspect out of camera view without further incident. 

Live Video Monitoring Helps Protect Your Dealership in Real Time 

With so many different security risks and hot spots that can be found at an automotive dealership– including dealership offices where sensitive client data and financial information along with vehicle keys and more high-value targets are kept- a proactive security solution is key for effective protection. Dealerships, their lots, and service lanes can all benefit from surveillance cameras, both for security purposes and liability reasons. But how useful can your existing surveillance be if it isn’t monitored in real time?  

Stealth’s live video monitoring outperforms traditional passive security cameras. While most cameras record activities, you often won’t learn about an event that has occurred until you arrive on site and discover the theft or damage to your inventory or property. This typically leaves you and local law enforcement scrambling to figure out what happened, and time spent scrolling through potentially hours of recordings.  

Stealth’s proactive security solution includes customized cutting-edge analytics-based cameras placed in key areas throughout your dealership that watch for activity, not just simple movement. These cameras are remotely monitored by trained security professionals who can then respond to suspicious or unwanted activity when it’s spotted on your property in real time, activating onsite warning alarms, contacting dealership leadership and security, or local police dispatch when the situation should be left up to law enforcement intervention, all while the activity is in progress. Police dispatchers typically elevate our call priority and respond quickly, meaning intruders and others can be swiftly removed from the premises with minimal damage.  

If you’d like to learn more about how our cost-effective security solutions can be put to use at your property, contact us today for details on how you can save up to 60% on security costs when you speak with one of our automotive security specialists.  

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