An outdoor shopping center in Atlanta, Georgia was facing repeated problems with loitering, car break-ins, vandalism, theft, and other criminal activity when they came to BOS Security for help.
BOS Security developed a dual-security solution for the commercial property. The property is protected by Security Guards during the operating hours and is covered by VirtuGuard™ remote video monitoring 24/7.
While monitoring the property one night, the VirtuGuard™ Command Center received an alarm at 12:42am alerting to unusual movement. VirtuGuard™ reviewed the video footage that triggered the event before observing the property in real time.
A male subject approached fence along the perimeter of the property and began attempting to climb over the fence. VirtuGuard™ Agents conducted a Voice Warning through audio speakers on the property, instructing the individual to turn around or police would be dispatched.
The male ignored the warning and continued climbing the fence. However, one of his feet got stuck at the top of the fence, leaving the male hanging from the fence upside down for approximately three minutes. The male was eventually able to wiggle himself free before falling to the ground and laying there for about five minutes, only slightly moving occasionally.
VirtuGuard™ called the local police department at 12:42am while the male was still climbing the fence. Agents relayed information about the male’s fall and advised that he may be in need of medical attention.
At 12:54am, after sitting upright for a few more minutes, the male stood up and proceeded to walk around the rear of the property.
At 12:55am, Agents observed local police arrive at the property. Officers were able to quickly locate the individual and detain him. It was determined the male did not need medical attention, and at 1:05am, police arrested the male and exited the property with him in custody.
Agents continued to monitor the property closely and provided the property manager with a detailed report of the incident. If necessary, VirtuGuard™ can also supply the local police with the report and video footage of the incident.