Catalytic converters are a hot ticket item on the black market these days. Not only are they made with high-value precious metals, but they are also extremely easy to steal. That makes any vehicle that is parked in a seemingly unprotected lot a target.
At 3:00 in the morning, a ECAM security professional noticed a vehicle pull into the lot of a wholesale/distribution company. The car parked and the driver exited the vehicle. The individual crawled underneath a truck that was parked there and took something. Our monitoring operator contacted local authorities. Police arrived within minutes to make an arrest.
A Quick Crime Like Catalytic Converter Theft Calls for a Quick Response
Vehicles that have high clearance, like trucks, are typically more at risk of catalytic converter theft because they are easier to access. The only thing a thief needs to do the job is a small tool and a few minutes alone with a vehicle. If your business relies on trucks for deliveries, you could suffer from delays and lost revenue while the damage is repaired.
When it comes to deterring a quick theft, being proactive is the key to success. Live video monitoring takes a proactive approach to security. Trained security personnel monitor surveillance cameras in real time to help catch unusual activity in progress. When the monitoring operators see a crime taking place, they can quickly step in and act.
In the video you watched, our monitoring operator quickly called police as soon as the activity was evaluated. In some cases, our operators could activate an on-site speaker to warn the trespassers they are being watched. This property did not utilize a talkdown speaker so calling police was the first line of defense. As you saw, officers were quickly at the property while the suspect was still there, which made it easy for them to make an arrest.
If you are interested in learning more about live video monitoring and how we can help deter crime at your property while saving up to 60 percent on your security expenses, contact us today.
