Smash & grab burglaries, where someone breaks a window, runs inside and grabs whatever they can quickly, range from crimes of opportunity – thieves see something they want and take it – to well-organized gangs that arrive at your store equipped to break in and grab lots of stuff in a very short time.
These are happening all over the Dallas / Fort Worth metroplex.
Businesses like pharmacies, computer stores, and gun shops are obvious targets because they’re packed with high-value items people want…and can easily resell. But they aren’t the only stores targeted. Every business is a potential target and should take reasonable steps to protect themselves from these thieves.
This means installing strong locks, alarms systems, and better lighting. All shown to reduce the chance that you will be targeted. But they don’t address the weakest link, your glass windows, and doors, and they don’t keep a determined person out.
Most of the time alarms only tell you you’ve been broken into after the fact. That’s because these crimes happen fast. They are usually over in just a few minutes. The thieves are in, out and gone before the police can respond.
The aftermath…
You’re left with the damage, the lost inventory and the feeling of being violated. That’s often the worst part of the crime – the anger, the fear and the uncertainty. When it’s over you’re now a victim and nobody wants to be a victim.
Security window film Helps Protect You from Smash & Grab Crimes
Starmor installs security window films designed to keep your glass in place even after repeated blows from a hammer, rock or other access tools. They hold your glass together even after the windows are broken, making it harder to break into your business.
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Buy yourself time by delaying, deterring and denying entry through your glass. Time for the police to respond to your alarm, time for your security company to act and time for the criminals to change their minds about breaking in. You are now a “hard target” and not an easy victim.
Smash and Grab crimes rely on speed. Installing security film takes the speed away from them.
Our industry-leading 3M Security Window Films have proven again and again that they are a cost-effective way for business owners and managers to protect themselves and their businesses against robbery and crime, especially at night.
If you own or manage a business it’s time to make these films a part of your security package along with alarms and strong locks. Call us at 800-297-3862 for a free no obligation look at how we can help you protect your business.
