Group Caught Burglarizing Multiple Vehicles at Georgia Apartment Community

While vehicle theft continues to reach alarming highs across the US and Canada, multifamily residential communities, always an appealing target for these crimes, have struggled to implement security solutions that help curb this ongoing problem. 

Stealth’s proactive live video monitoring can be the key to interrupting- and deterring- car thefts in real time. 

Just after 4:30 am, Stealth security professionals monitoring a Georgia apartment community spotted three individuals accessing multiple vehicles in the parking facilities in clear view of surveillance cameras and immediately responded with audible warnings and a call to local police dispatchers. Onsite security was also contacted and informed of the activity. Police arrived quickly and were observed making contact with two of the individuals, appearing to take them into custody. The third suspect was no longer visible on camera. 

Rise in Car Break-ins

Car break-ins and thefts in Georgia apartment communities have seen a significant rise, causing concern among residents across the state. In Stockbridge, thieves broke into 132 vehicles across two apartment communities, stealing several items, including firearms. Residents complained about insufficient security measures, with some pointing out that obstructive trees block the surveillance cameras, making it difficult to identify the culprits. One drawback with passive surveillance cameras- it’s often too late when issues like blocked or limited camera visibility are identified. 

In early 2022 in Atlanta, an apartment complex experienced a spate of break-ins, with 20 vehicles targeted early one morning. Residents expressed frustration with the management’s lack of action in that scenario as well, pushing for better security measures, including more consistent and effective surveillance. 

In Macon, another apartment community witnessed 23 car break-ins in a single night, highlighting a broader trend of vehicle-related crimes in the area. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office has been dealing with a high volume of these cases, and all these examples reflect a troubling pattern of thefts and vandalism across the state, similar to the experiences of communities across the US and Canada.  

Enhancing Both Property and Resident Safety with Proactive Live Video Monitoring 

Traditional security measures, like passive, unmonitored cameras and on-site guards, often prove costly and offer limited coverage. In the example above, the group that arrived onsite to burglarize vehicles went undetected by onsite security until Stealth’s monitoring team was able to contact them and make them aware of the situation.  Unmonitored cameras only record incidents after they occur, rendering them ineffective in deterring real-time criminal activities. Relying solely on the presence of cameras to prevent crime is insufficient, especially with the post-pandemic rise in vehicle-related offenses showing no signs of decline. 

At Stealth, we recognize the necessity of proactive security interventions to protect your multifamily residential property and its residents. Our live video monitoring solution employs advanced video analytics and a team of highly trained security operators to provide real-time surveillance of critical areas, including high-risk zones like parking lots and garages. 

Our analytics-based cameras are engineered to alert our security team to actual activities rather than just motion, helping to ensure swift identification and response to suspicious or unwanted behavior. Stealth’s security operators can issue on-site speaker warnings or contact local police dispatch directly when law enforcement intervention is advisable. Often, audible warnings alone are sufficient to deter suspects or trespassers. Who flee when they realize they are being watched. In cases necessitating police involvement, our ability to provide live, detailed descriptions of ongoing criminal activities typically elevates the priority of the call, which can result in both faster and more consistent police responses. 

Stealth’s live video monitoring is a cost-effective and customizable solution that can enhance community security, reduce premise liability, and save up to 60% on security costs. Contact us today to speak with one of our multifamily residential security specialists for a free quote and discover how our proactive approach can improve the safety of your property and residents. 

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