We encourage businesses to implement security measures to reduce the likelihood of being targeted by criminals. Therefore, we have released a Business Self-Assessment Checklist alongside a Schools Crime Prevention Self-Assessment Checklist. With both checklists, it is important for each point to be considered in relation to the number and frequency of previous crimes and the […]
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Business Crime – Protect YOUR Business
Business Crime effects between a quarter and a third of UK Businesses every year. With the consequences being significant. The FSB reports that the cost of crime is nearly £3000 per victim every year. Many of the local police authorities offer free advice on how you can reduce business crime. We want to help, so […]
Burglar Arrested Following Sheffield Ram-Raid
A 24 year old male has been arrested following a ram-raid in Sheffield on Tuesday 21st May 2019. South Yorkshire Police was called to Halfords at the Kilner Way retail park, Wadsley Bridge in Sheffield, following reports of a ram-raid at 2.50 AM. A burglar was found inside the store, however he managed to escape […]
Spring Time Security Quiz
As the weather heats up, the office gets hotter and the windows start to open, remember to consider your security as you attempt to cool off. Spring is underway and as we plan our holidays we hope you are able to stay cool. We thought you’d enjoy a bit of fun, with our Spring Time […]
Springtime Security—Stay Safe this Spring
Springtime is officially underway with temperatures being recorded at nearly 25C. As the seasons change, it is important to check your buildings security. Here is our quick guide to keep your premises secure this spring. 1. Check The Time on Your CCTV Whilst clocks went forward in March, check that your CCTV has been updated. […]
Ram-Raids Force Sheffield Store to Close Down
After being targeted 6 times in 4 months, including 2 ram-raids, menswear store Harrison has been forced to close during March 2019. The latest incident took place on the 14th March 2019. During which ram-raiders broke through the shutters to steal items of clothing Harrison, which opened in 1987, stocks high end brands including Hugo […]
Reduce Your Risk of a Ram-Raid With Our Top 5 Tips
A Ram-raid is an incident where a building is rammed by a vehicle in order to gain access. In the retail sector alone, the cost of Ram-raids equates to £8m per year. However, if your premise is glass fronted you could also be a target for Ram-raiders. We want to help reduce your risks with […]
Sheffield School Targeted for Pupils Bikes
Thieves have broken into a local Sheffield primary school overnight on Tuesday 19th March 2019 stealing multiple bikes. Staff at Prince Edward Primary school arrived on the Wednesday morning to find intruders had broken into a shed on site, stealing the recently purchased bikes. The bikes were meant for the sole use of the pupils […]
North Yorkshire Police Urge Local Business to Review Their Security
On Monday 11th March 2019 North Yorkshire police have urged businesses to review their security following a spate of burglaries in the area starting from February 21st. There were 5 incidents on the evening of March 9th 2019 leading Sergeant Mike Tinsley of Scarborough Community Impact Team, to release the following statement “On analysis of […]
Are You Benefiting From The Right Intruder Alarm Devices?
Thieves are breaking into properties all over the UK; retail units, offices, building sites, warehouses and many more have all fallen victim to theft in 2019 alone. With the need to protect different premises types and the advancement in technology, Intruder Alarms are becoming more sophisticated. Choosing the right detection for your site can be […]
