Apartment Storage Unit Break-in Interrupted with Live Video Monitoring

Deciding where to rent can be daunting, with security often top-of-mind for prospective residents of multifamily residential communities. After all, over half of renters (54%) are willing to pay higher rent for advanced safety features, suggesting protection is a priority when selecting a home. Implementing comprehensive security extends beyond installing connected devices. A holistic defense system might incorporate layered access controls, attentive and well-trained on-site staff, and proactive community partnerships – all of which combined can help promote genuine peace-of-mind.  

These precautions are prudent given steady reports concerning criminal behaviors in rental settings. In fact, nearly $3 billion in assets were stolen in 2019 burglaries alone per FBI statistics. Without proper safeguards, residents may absorb unnecessary risk and owners can find themselves courting noncompliance with reasonable care laws.   

Ultimately, seamless security attracts quality renters who value safety. This lift in appeal can mean reduced unit turnover alongside sustainable occupancy and rental premiums. Going further, vigilant protection indirectly cultivates communal trust and responsible residence. When owners spearhead comprehensive policies, everyone wins – residents enjoy guardianship and management realizes reputational and financial returns.  

In this Arrest of the Month video, Stealth’s team of alert security operators noticed an individual attempting to gain access to a resident storage unit at a Washington multifamily residential community and acted quickly- watch the video below to see what happened next. 

At approximately 12:39 a.m., Stealth security professionals observed a suspicious individual on the property of a Washington multifamily community and in the vicinity of resident storage units. The suspect was seen on camera attempting to access a unit before security staff activated audible alarms and contacted local police dispatch to respond. Officers arrived on site quickly and placed the individual under arrest without further incident. 

Help Protect Your Residents and Reputation with a Cutting-Edge, Proactive Security Solution 

Security guards patrolling the grounds may seem like the best protection for your multifamily housing community. But this traditional approach comes with real limitations—not to mention a hefty price tag. Guards can only respond to issues they directly observe, leaving many blind spots in coverage. And with guards usually unarmed, their ability to deter criminal activity is restricted.  

Instead of just hoping for the best, you can take a proactive approach to security—one that provides comprehensive visibility at a fraction of the cost. Stealth’s live video monitoring solution places high-tech, analytics-based cameras throughout your property, fed to a centralized command center staffed by highly trained security experts.  

With multiple eyes on multiple locations, our monitoring operators can help spot suspicious activity in real-time, before damage is done. On-demand audio warnings can quickly dispel most loiterers and nuisance behavior. And with instant access to local dispatch, our team can request priority police response when needed—providing vehicle descriptions, exact locations, and other critical details to expedite arrests. 

Stealth’s technology-driven security lets you cover more ground with fewer personnel, slashing security costs by up to 60%. And with expanded visibility and responsiveness, you can help mitigate liability risks from unaddressed criminal activity.   

Contact our multifamily residential security specialists today for a detailed quote demonstrating how our smarter approach helps safeguard communities affordably and effectively. 

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