There has been much discussion regarding the impact of COVID-19 on public health and the economy. The question remains, has there been any impact on crime rates? In the case of Atlanta, GA, at least, the answer is yes, but maybe not in the ways you would expect. Many Types Of Crime Are Down According to Atlanta Police Chief… Read More »
Crime rates have steadily gone down in recent years. This decrease can be attributed in part to the increase in the number of video cameras placed in high-crime and high-risk locations. The ability to record and remotely monitor people’s movements, while it does have a “Big Brother” perception, can act as both a deterrent to… Read More »
While on-site guards can offer deterrence and rapid response to violence, remote guarding can have an even greater role in preventing violence. Cameras that are monitored remotely can cover a broader range of the property less invasively and at a lower cost. Cameras located in plain sight can act as a deterrent to would-be offenders.… Read More »