Group Loitering at Shopping Center Dispersed with Help from Live Surveillance

Loitering in perceived public spaces is an ongoing problem, particularly in urban areas and areas with a higher-than-average unhoused population. Shopping centers and other commercial properties are frequently faced with loitering and trespassing issues. Unfortunately, loitering can lead to additional security problems such as harassment, violence, theft, and other criminal activity. 

In this video, it’s just after 10:15 a.m. when a trio of individuals are spotted by Stealth security professionals loitering in front of businesses at a Garden Grove, California shopping center. Stealth security operators sounded audible alarms, but due to the nature of the activity being observed, contacted local law enforcement to respond onsite as well. Officers arrived within a few minutes, taking one of the individuals into custody and directing the remaining two to leave the area. 

Proactive Security Measures Can Help Prevent Loitering at Your Shopping Center 

Proactive, intelligent security technology can help deter and disperse unwanted activity on your commercial properties. Stealth’s live video monitoring solution uses a combination of human intelligence and analytics-based cameras to observe your property for suspicious or unwanted activity in real time.  

Our trained security operators can follow property protocols when they spot activity that could present an issue, and sound onsite audible alarms, or contact local police dispatch when needed. Thanks to our ability to provide live-feed up-to-the-minute details, such as suspect descriptions, vehicle descriptions, and real-time locations, police often prioritize our calls and respond quickly. 

Officers typically arrive while suspects are still in the area, allowing them to make direct contact with them and make arrests before extensive damages or additional risks occur.  

Live video monitoring is a proactive, cost-effective security solution that can reduce overall security spend up to 60% while reducing and deterring criminal activity at your property. To learn more about our customizable solutions and how they can benefit your property, contact us today. Texas Private Security License Number: B14187.