A number of recent news stories reported deaths, assault and poisoning in the Dominican Republic. These incidents raise the question of how safe it is to travel. The US Department of State four-level travel advisory system provides guidance on precautions for countries around the world. Level four is “Do not Travel” and Level One is...
Did you know violent crime is more likely to occur in a parking facility than in any other commercial location? These locations are a hotspot for muggings, car thefts, sexual assault and even murder. More than 1 in 10 property crimes occur in parking facilities. And 25 percent of sexual assaults take place in parking...
You may be surprised by the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) rules for recreational drones over private property. The surprise is that they don’t have any rules for those scenarios. They do require registration of the drone and have some restrictions on flying near airports, over sporting events and after dark. But from a privacy perspective,...
For most people, pets are part of the family. As such, they are loved and cared for and often even pampered. But for others, animals are not rated with the same attention and devotion. You may see an animal being abused or neglected and not know what to do. Report animal cruelty through your local...
Imagine the scene. It’s a busy Monday morning. The lobby is full of customers, and employees are doing their best to meet everyone’s needs. Suddenly a loud voice draws attention. A customer is unhappy, and it’s only getting worse. While most people just want to be heard when they’re upset, some take it to the...
Criminals look for easy opportunities – where someone might be vulnerable or have their guard down. That’s why you shouldn’t be on your phone when you are walking to your car at night and don’t go to the ATM at 2:00 am! But sometimes just the circumstances can make you vulnerable. Thieves take advantage of...
From smash and grabs from your car to packages disappearing off your porch, it seems nothing is safe from thieves anymore. But sometimes the criminal is looking for more than just a quick item or cash. Those targeting mailboxes are often looking for credit cards and other private information that they can use to steal...
Looking for your first house? Upgrading to a bigger house? Downsizing for retirement? There is a lot to consider when buying a home. In addition to the fun parts like design, location and amenities, security should be high on your list. One of the most apparent signs of a security-minded community is the presence of gates...
Choosing a security company is a very serious decision. What is more important than keeping your home and family or business safe? You want a reputable and skilled company that you can trust and count on for years to come. In recent years, video cameras have become much more affordable and accessible. As a result,...
Whether you are looking to get a new fire/security system or have had one for years, check out this list of things you may not realize about intrusion, fire and cameras. Fire Alarm Little Known Facts Even hard-wired smoke detectors have batteries. Many people complain of a phantom beeping that they cannot figure out where...
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