Private Security Guards Have Become a Last Resort for Public Safety
Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services –
The rampant and uncontrolled criminal activity throughout New York State. It’s unacceptable. Robberies are happening in broad daylight, smash-and-grabs, flash mobs, and criminals filling garbage bags with stolen goods are now common.
Eventually, businesses will be forced to shut down because they won’t be able to ensure the safety of their employees or customers.
Despite the weak on crime policies it’s our priority at NEXGEN Protection to do our part to ensure the safety of employees and the public when on the job.
SOURCE:
Saslow, E., Schaff, E., “Private Security Guards Have Become a Last Resort for Public Safety”, The New York Times 10/01/2023.
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Dutchess Security Guard Arrested for Selling Drugs to Homeless
Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services –
Hudson River Housing Security Guard was arrested for selling cocaine at the shelter. This behavior is deplorable, clearly the screening process for hiring security staff needs to be looked at.
My firm thoroughly screens and trains our guards to uphold the mission and values of NEXGEN Protection Services, we do not tolerate any violations to our code of conduct.
SOURCE:
“Security guard at Dutchess homeless shelter arrested for drug sales” Mid Hudson News, 04/05/2024.
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Walgreens Security Guard Questionable Use of Force Confronting Shopper
Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services –
Stores do have a legal right to defend themselves against loss, but there are appropriate ways security details use force. This security guard gives the private security industry a bad name and contributes to a perception of abuse of power. There must be accountability for situations like this.
Walgreens Security Guard Questionable Use of Force Confronting Shopper
SOURCE:
Donovan, Lauren, “Viral video of ‘heavily’ armed Seattle Walgreens security guard sparks outrage.” FOX13 Seattle, 04/02/2024.
https://www.fox13seattle.com/news/armed-security-guard-walgreens
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