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Retailers have become increasingly vulnerable to riots and looting.

Retailers have become increasingly vulnerable to riots and looting.

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – 

Businesses must strike a balance between providing a seamless shopping experience and implementing robust security measures.

Modern surveillance systems incorporate high-resolution cameras that provide clear, detailed footage of your store. AI-powered surveillance can identify suspicious activity, track customer movements, and even analyze customer behavior to optimize store layouts and product placements. 

Staying updated with these technologies is not just a matter of protecting your assets; it’s about providing a secure, enjoyable shopping experience for your customers.

 

SOURCE: 

Wolfe, C., Storefront Security and Emergency Response 2024, 07.09.2024.

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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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Do Armed Guards Prevent School Shootings?

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – 

In 2022, there were 51 active shootings that caused injury or death — excluding suicides — in K-12 schools or on school buses. There are roughly 100,000 public schools in the United States, meaning that these incidents are quite rare. Still, widespread worry fuels an active national debate about how to curb these shootings. 

Have guns stopped mass shootings at schools?

There are only a handful of documented cases in which an armed security guard or stationed police officer has stopped a school shooting.

A 2013 study conducted by the FBI analyzed 160 active shooter incidents found that most attacks are carried out in “a matter of minutes,” making it difficult for armed guards to be in the right place at the right time. 

Even when law enforcement was present or able to respond within minutes, civilians often had to make life and death decisions, and, therefore, should be engaged in training and discussions on decisions they may face.

For mass shootings more broadly, there’s evidence that unarmed bystanders have stopped more attacks in these early minutes than armed people. 

 

SOURCE: 

Esposito, L., Yablon, A., Do Armed Guards Prevent School Shootings?, The Trace, 08/14/2023.

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Protecting Consumers and Retailers from Theft

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – 

Brick-and-mortar and e-commerce stores face many challenges. States like California have put in place protections that enforce consumer theft to shield businesses and customers from financial losses, making the shopping experience safe and reliable. 

 

SOURCE: 

Hutchinson, D., “Survey Reveals Heightened Retailer Concerns and Action Against Retail Theft”, Loss Prevention Media, 04/11/2024.

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Private Security Guards Have Become a Last Resort for Public Safety

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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.  

Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services

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

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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Businesses Are Pulling Out of Urban Centers: Security Protection Lacking

Businesses Are Pulling Out of Urban Centers: Security Protection Lacking

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Frank Costa, President Nexgen Protection Services – 

Businesses have cited the rise of online shopping and declining in-store profits for pulling out of urban centers.  Insiders see a deeper problem: Unarmed security staff’s inability to keep employees and merchandise safe is driving away shoppers.

 

SOURCE: 

Sali, Sean, “Retailers Flee Major Cities As Unarmed Security-.” Washington Times, 02/07/2024.

https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2024/feb/7/retailers-flee-major-cities-as-unarmed-security-pu/

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