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Corpus Christi public libraries will now have armed security guards.

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – 

Effective immediately, all Corpus Christi public libraries will now have armed security guards inside. Previously, only the La Retama location had armed security guards.

The school’s staff feel they don’t have to worry if some crazy person wants to come in with a gun or rifle. At least there is some security, we feel that having them armed would be a deterrent.

The reasoning isn’t linked to one specific incident but rather several incidents libraries have seen over the years.

 

SOURCE: 

Jaramillo, T., All Corpus Christi libraries to have armed security guards effective immediately, KRIS 6 NEWS, 03/27/2024.

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City Leaders State that crime is down due to increased security patrols

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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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Library Workers Call On City Officials to Place Security Guards in System

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – 

In a dramatic plea for safety, San Francisco librarians are now demanding the city deploy security guards at all library branches, echoing the broader concerns of a community grappling with the city’s rampant drug crisis. 

Business owners and librarians alike report a surge in dangerous incidents, ranging from vandalism to aggressive behavior by individuals under the influence, complicating the narrative of an improving cityscape. This situation has put a spotlight on the urgent need for security measures in public libraries, challenging the efficacy of San Francisco’s current strategies in addressing drug-related issues and public safety. 

The librarians’ call to action underscores a critical juncture in the city’s fight against crime and substance abuse, marking a pivotal moment for local governance and community safety initiatives.

 

SOURCE: 

Angst, M., Scared to deal: Library Staff Security Concerns, San Francisco Chronicle, 04/09/2024.

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Guard Dogs Employed to Provide a Physical Deterrent To Shoplifting

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – 

In order to off-set shoplifting that costs the retail industry over $100 billion every year, The Home Depot store has deployed guard dogs to protect their inventory.

Two security guards wearing bulletproof vests and MSA Security caps now patrol the store with a trusty German shepherd in tow.

While cameras and other technological anti-theft measures are effective, the more traditional forms of security such as guards and guard dogs will provide a more physical deterrent to thieves.

 

SOURCE: 

 

Crabree, E., Home Depot installs new ‘mobile’ anti-theft measure – but guard insists shoppers will not be physically hurt by scheme, The U.S. Sun, 04/22/2024.

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Safeguarding Critical Infrastructure In The Transportation Sector

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – 

In today’s reality, the consequences of inaction are too severe to ignore. Threats in the transport sector, including rail, go beyond the fear of potential financial losses; they can compromise passenger and cargo safety, disrupt economies and endanger national security. 

It threatens the things that we care for the most, including the safety of our close ones.

 

SOURCE: 

Onn, R. Forbes Technology Council, “Safeguarding Critical Infrastructure In The Transportation Sector”, Forbes, 02/02/2024. 

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Crisis Planning: School Bus Security Protocols

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – 

School transportation officials are assessing school bus security and emergency planning as an important part of crisis planning. School bus drivers are the first and last school employees to see school children on a daily basis. Buses are simply extensions of our schools.

Many school bus drivers have not received adequate training, and in some cases any training at all, on dealing with school safety threats. In addition to student misconduct, irate parents also pose a concern to school bus drivers.

 

SOURCE: 

“School Bus Transportation Security”, National School Safety and Security Services, https://schoolsecurity.org/resource/school-bus-security/.

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Dutchess Security Guard Arrested for Selling Drugs to Homeless

Dutchess Security Guard Arrested for Selling Drugs to Homeless

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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

Walgreens Security Guard Questionable Use of Force Confronting Shopper

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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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Firearms & Public Safety: Operational Guidelines & Procedures

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – 

Certain operational roles in public safety mandate the requirement for a lethal force response, issued in the form of a firearm. Depending on the role, the firearms are usually limited to smalls arms only in the form of handguns and long-arms. With the provision of firearms comes the necessity for appropriate training and regulations governing the issue and use of these operational tools.

If operational personnel decide to undertake job roles that require a lethal force option, they have an obligation to be highly competent in the use of that tool, which includes appropriate knowledge and skills for safe and professional use of that tool in an operational context (as opposed to simply a training context). In the first instance, the burden of responsibility falls to the individual user to survive the operational environment, physically and legally.

 

SOURCE: 

Key, Richard, “Firearms & Public Safety: Operational Guidelines & Procedures.” Security Solutions,03/05/2019.

https://www.securitysolutionsmedia.com/2019/03/05/firearms-public-safety/

 

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Mass Shootings: Schools Now Target-Harden Campuses

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – 

Target-hardening at schools has been a hot topic in the United States, especially as mass shootings continue and school administrators take on a more active role in security. 

Schools started adding bulletproof windows and desks, stronger locks on doors, alarm systems that directly communicate with law enforcement, and artificial intelligence (AI) enabled camera systems, among other target hardening techniques. They have conducted drills and established better emergency response plans. 

SOURCE: 

Jones, Kevin, “Schools Crisis Intervention In Schools.” Security Management Magazine, 03/01/2024.

https://www.asisonline.org/security-management-magazine/articles/2024/03/schools/crisis-intervention-in-schools/

 

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