Steps to Mitigate Crime Risks at Houses of Worship
Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services –
Every place of worship is different in physical size and design. Some places of worship may be a single building with just a few attendees, open one day a week. Other places of worship may contain numerous buildings and entrances with hundreds of people attending every day. Some are in peaceful areas, while others are in hostile regions.
When considering how to secure a place of worship, it is very similar to the approaches used to secure any property and the concepts of crime prevention through environmental design (CPTED) are applicable. The strategic placing of lights, cameras, fences, gates, landscaping, etc. can create an environment that is less appealing for criminal activity.
SOURCE:
Ratliff, P., 4 Steps to Mitigate Crime Risks at Houses of Worship, Security Management, 03/20/2023.
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$40 M Contract for Armed / Unarmed Security at County Facilities
Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services –
Multnomah County officials recently signed a 5-year, $40 million contract for armed and unarmed security at county facilities. The security details were deemed necessary due to the increased drug use and mental health outbursts have become more acute in public spaces, like the county’s libraries.
SOURCE:
Peel, S., Multnomah County Signs $40 Million Contract for Armed and Unarmed Security at County Facilities, Including Public Libraries, Willamette Week, 05/16/2024.
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City Leaders State that crime is down due to increased security patrols
Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services –
Local law enforcement offices state that increased security patrols have enabled officers to respond more quickly to crimes in the area.
Officers are able to quickly de-escalate potential escalations due to the increased security presence. Local business owners also state they have seen a positive change in the area.
SOURCE:
Angst, M., Crime is down in Moore Square due to additional patrols, Raleigh city leaders say, 11 NEWS ABC WTVD, 05/17/2024.
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