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The New Science of Criminal Apprehension and Prevention

May 4, 2018

According to FBI crime statistics released in September of 2017, crime increased in the U.S. for the second consecutive year – posting a 4.1-percent surge last year compared to previous figures.

SIA Announces Keynote Speakers for Cyber:Secured Forum

May 4, 2018

The Security Industry Association (SIA), PSA Security Network and ISC Security Events have announced the keynote speakers for the upcoming Cyber:Secured Forum.

Insider Threat: Why Physical Security Still Reigns

Cybersecurity gets much attention, yet physical security and investigations are still a key element in enterprise security, particularly with insider threats

Diane Ritchey

May 1, 2018

With all of the attention placed on cybersecurity, where has physical security gone?

Mass Attacks in 2017 Chart - Security Magazine

28 Mass Attacks Occurred in 2017

May 1, 2018

There were 28 mass attacks (during which three or more persons were harmed) carried out in public places within the U.S. in 2017. The attacks resulted in losses of 147 lives, with nearly 700 others injured.

Why Comprehensive Collection is Critical for Ballistics Analysis

A policy on comprehensive collection of cartridge casings can help police connect violent crimes and close more cases

Tom Joyce

April 24, 2018

What can police agencies do to lower their own rates of violent crime? There is no one single answer, because a wide variety of strategies and tools are required to combat violent crimes – but one of the most important practices is a policy of comprehensive collection and analysis of ballistic evidence during investigations of crime scenes where shots were fired.

IAHSS Publishes Guideline for Patient Violence Response

April 24, 2018

“Violence stemming from patients and patient visitors present considerable risk and concern to the healthcare industry. Healthcare Facilities (HCFs) should establish specific violence prevention and aggression management policies, processes and practices to deter, identify and manage violent events.”

To Curb Car Break-Ins, San Francisco Bolsters Garage Security

April 24, 2018

To address smash-and-grab car break-ins at the seven parking garages owned by the Municipal Transportation Agency, San Francisco officials are upping their game on security measures. Since May, the SFMTA has added high-definition security cameras, license plate readers, protective fencing, intercom systems and, in some locations, police officers, according to the San Francisco Chronicle.

How to Build a Better Ballistics Analysis Strategy

Three key components every law enforcement agency needs to ensure a successful workflow, identify and apprehend suspects, and prevent the next shooting.

Sam Rabadi

April 16, 2018

One of the biggest challenges currently facing law enforcement is the continuing epidemic of gun violence afflicting many communities across our country.

Coachella Adds Drones, Armed Security

April 15, 2018

Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival is bolstering its risk mitigation stance with drones and armed security, hoping to prevent a mass attack like the Las Vegas shooting last October.

Schools Look for Funding to Upgrade Security After Mass Shooting

April 15, 2018

The Plano, Texas, ISD board of trustees approved a $2.7 million expenditure to update the Dallas-Fort Worth area schools’ video surveillance systems over the next year and a half.

Organizations continuously monitor their networks and systems for risk, yet the people with legitimate access are often the least monitored part of the model. Discover a Workforce Risk Intelligence Framework that adds a dedicated layer focused on workforce risk.

In today’s higher education environment, where institutions face evolving and multifaceted incidents, safety must be embedded into the fabric of campus culture. Learn strategies for generating collective buy-in from faculty, staff, students and senior leadership.

Physical Security
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The New Science of Criminal Apprehension and Prevention

SIA Announces Keynote Speakers for Cyber:Secured Forum

Insider Threat: Why Physical Security Still Reigns

28 Mass Attacks Occurred in 2017

Why Comprehensive Collection is Critical for Ballistics Analysis

IAHSS Publishes Guideline for Patient Violence Response

To Curb Car Break-Ins, San Francisco Bolsters Garage Security

How to Build a Better Ballistics Analysis Strategy

Coachella Adds Drones, Armed Security

Schools Look for Funding to Upgrade Security After Mass Shooting

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