Trend of Burglars Setting Fires to Cover their Crimes.

The Disturbing Trend of Burglars Setting Fires to Cover their Crimes

Despite advances in technology and crime-fighting, burglaries are incredibly difficult to solve and the vast majority go unpunished. Break-ins are also commonplace in most cities and small towns, making the volume unmanageable for many police forces. Despite the slim likelihood of being caught, some thieves go to extreme measures to cover their crimes. In recent…

How Fake Burglary Reports are Uncovered

How Fake Burglary Reports are Uncovered

A home burglary is one of the most traumatic and difficult situations a family can face. Aside from the obvious financial loss, many victims suffer most from the deep psychological impact of having their once-safe haven encroached upon by a cruel stranger. It’s a challenging situation, even with small-scale thefts. Because break-ins are shockingly common…

Thieves are Targeting Restaurants to Steal | Commercial Alarm System

Thieves are Targeting Restaurants to Steal…Cooking Grease?

For restaurant owners, security has always been a major issue of concern. These shops, especially the independent mom-and-pop style operations, are one of the few remaining cash-and-carry locations around, meaning there’s always money on the premises. For those licensed to sell liquor, valuable bottles of top-shelf alcohol are pricey items that are expensive to replace….

Why Cottage Owners are Reluctant to Install a Security System

Why Cottage Owners are Reluctant to Install a Security System

As the weather warms, highways across the country will be filling up with cars heading out of the city and into the country and lakesides as cottages once again open up for the season. For most, it’s the annual start to another fun-filled summer of sun, barbeques, and swimming. Yet for too many, returning to…

Zoos, Toy Stores and other Unusual Burglary Targets

Zoos, Toy Stores and other Unusual Burglary Targets

Although every business is vulnerable to potential burglaries, some are more likely to be targeted than others. Business owners with a convenience store, gas station or jewelry shop would be upset if their location was targeted, but they would have likely considered the possibility at some point. The same cannot be said for the following…

Could the Heists and Robberies on Film Succeed in Real Life?

Could the Heists and Robberies on Film Succeed in Real Life?

From flashy getaway cars to million-dollar jewel thefts, heist movies show a glamorous world of high-end robberies. Employing the latest tech and a covert team of experts, these films have audiences rooting for the bad guys. But are their sophisticated schemes possible in real life? Motion sensors In multiple action flicks, the skilled thief tries…

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Why Using a Fake Alarm Sticker Instead of a Real Security System Could Cost You

The blue-colouredbackgroundand bold white font of the ADT alarm guard logo is easily recognizable by it’s placement on homes and businesses everywhere. Though a regular passerby might not notice it every time, a prowler looking for a property to rob will certainly take note of the sign, which indicates the location is well-protected by a…

These Businesses are Most Likely to be Robbed

Watch out! These Businesses are Most Likely to be Robbed

When someone says burglary, most think of a home robbery. Afterall, having a person’s house broken into is traumatic and personal. A family can lose irreplaceable items, suffer property damage and are generally left feeling unsettled. Though it’s less commonly discussed,businesses are frequent victims of break-ins and robbery too. Although it’s not their residence, a…

The Disturbing Trend of Young Burglars – Some as Young as 12

The Disturbing Trend of Young Burglars – Some as Young as 12

Across the country the school year is winding down and kids of every age group are no doubt looking forward to a long and relaxing summer. For some though, the warm months will not be spent at a park or camp but in a jail cell or courtroom. Recently, a rash of residential and commercial…