Surveillance news

How A Security Camera Can Keep You Out of Jail

An Arizona woman is sitting behind bars for quite some time after stabbing her husband over his cell phone call history.

Now, lets go back a little bit. This lady’s suspicion didn’t all of sudden come about and she thought, “hmmm, let me check out his phone”. No, no, no…we all know women have this funny thing called intuition.

Her intuition alarm had been going off long before this night.

What she failed to do was try to catch him first, then confront him with hard core evidence. Instead, she freaks out over an untelling call log and stabs the man multiple times.

Ladies (and men!), let’s start putting on our creative caps before our crazy caps! We have the perfect solution whether you suspect a cheating spouse, or maybe an abusive nanny or even misbehaving teenagers.

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Safety First Saturday – Breakins occur even in YOUR neighborhood

A neighbor of mine recently came to me to ask for help with choosing hidden cameras for his home. We’ll call him “Joe” to protect the innocent.

Joe’s been having repeat break-ins occurring at his home. He explained that he knows it’s the same thieves every time, thinks he knows who it is, but can’t prove it. He continued to say he has two choices to end this: 1) shoot them, or 2) catch them in the act. He really prefers the latter.

With a family of 6, Joe is very concerned for their safety. His wife is now afraid to stay home by herself with the kids. Joe is dealing with the stress of being away from home, wondering how many doors he is going to have to replace before these criminals get caught. The police haven’t been very much help. There isn’t enough evidence.

Joe has been broken into many times by these thugs, and the last two times were within a month of each other – just this past month as a matter of fact. A no-good neighbor keeps a watch for when there is no one home at Joe’s and then makes a call and gives an “all clear”. Later, when Joe arrives home from a long days work, his house is torn apart, and things are missing. Valuable things like jewelry, money and guns. The jerks even tear through the kids’ rooms for goods.

Last Saturday, which was also the day Joe received his camera equipment from us, he and his son were out back shooting their guns, practicing for their next hunting expedition. Later that evening, while Joe was running up the road to drop his kids off at his parents so he & his wife could enjoy a night out with some friends, the culprits tried striking again. After hearing the gun shots earlier in the day, that no-good neighbor rang his kleptomaniac friends to fill them in.

The sound of those guns alerted them there was more loot. Unfortunately, Joe hadn’t enough time yet to get his camera’s set up and in place. Luckily, his friends had been pulling up in his driveway at the same time and ran them off before they could do any damage.

Now he has his hidden cameras in place and recording 24/7. He has them strategically placed at the entry points, and the next time those burglars prowl again, it will be their last time.

Even if you have never been burglarized, wouldn’t you feel more safe knowing that should this happen to you, you’ll have the security in place to prevent it from happening again?

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Surveillance Cameras One of The Top Gadget For Your Bussiness

In July of this year in Washington, D.C., a woman was shot in the leg and another man wounded outside a mall. Half a country away a laptop was stolen from an internet cafe and went unnoticed for 30 minutes. In Maine, a man was on a one man crime spree and burglarized six businesses. All of these suspect when caught because of business surveillance cameras. Everyday hundreds if not thousands of would be criminals are identified and millions of dollars of inventory not stolen because these cameras work as such an effective deterrent.

Business cameras and surveillance has come a long was over the years and is now much more versatile and cheaper than it has been. On top of that consumers continue to find new uses for the technology.

Let’s start with some of the advancements. First let’s start with those old VCR tapes. Gone. With today’s PC driven systems, your footage is stored right on the hard drive. Think of how many movies can be stored on an 80 gig hard drive. Well, business surveillance cameras only take a fraction of frame per second compared to a movie. And to make thing a little cheaper for people who had a watch-only system, The old cameras and coaxial cables can still be used and one simple PCI card can take in up to 16 coaxial feeds (and an audio one if you want to hear your stuff stolen as well as watching it).

Then there are the cameras. They can still come in the large size but also as small as a deck of cards if you need to be more subtle if you need them to be. Now they also can be used in low light situations where they were not able to record before, down to .ooo1 lux which is almost complete darkness.

Software as well can be a big help to maximize your use. For instance, in some systems where you are watching a register you can have it show you what was rung. In other cases it can be configured only to record when there is movement and alert you when there is movement and there should not be. You can even make part of the scene so it ignores the movement there, like outside a window, yet still notice movement inside the front door.

Business security cameras have come a long way. Every business owner owes it to themselves to see how the new technology can work for them.

The Most Basic Spy Gear is the Digital Spy Camera

The popularity of spy gears have risen over the years, thanks to the rising concern regarding security.  Learn what to expect from your basic digital spy camera.

A few decades ago, spy gear was exclusive to an elite group of people, such as the military and those that perform covert operations. However, that technology has gradually migrated to civilian use, resulting to a wide range of products. Today, the digital spy camera is considered the number 1 spy gear, thanks to its use and functions.

What qualifies a digital spy camera as spy gear?
Spy gear are so named because their main purpose is to observe, monitor and track, ideally without the knowledge of the target. As such, this device is designed to be used unnoticed, which explains their small sizes. Mini cameras are probably the best models for spy gear because they are easy to conceal and can be installed or attached to virtually anything.

This product is a wireless device, which means it will transmit signals to a remote receiver which will then convert them to images. That way, images captured by the spy camera may be viewed from a remote location or saved to a storage device.

Basic parts of a digital spy camera
A digital spy camera has several basic parts. These are the lens, the video receiver and the sensor chip. Parts may be added to or enhanced depending on the make, model and intended functions. Some features to consider before purchase include:

Resolution
Resolution refers to the camera’s ability to produce sharp, clear images. This is usually expressed in numbers and translated to pixels or megapixels. In general, higher megapixels mean better imaging. Resolution matters if you want clearer images, although low resolution spy cameras can usually produce decent pictures or video.

Color
Most spy cameras on sale today process color images, although there are also models that may be set to capture in black and white.

Range
Range refers to the effective area within which a camera will work. It can also refer to the frequency at which the digital spy camera transmits signals. There are digital spy cameras that can work from several hundred feet away, which can be advantageous if there are no other options to install them at a more ideal area.

The frequency will also matter, particularly because it usually translates to the this technological invention ability to produce high quality images with low noise or interference. This is a concern, particularly since spy gears are often wireless. When buying a digital spy camera, try to look for a higher frequency. Low frequency types are rather susceptible to occasionally interference.

Audio
Not all digital spy cameras are equipped with an audio function. If you need to record sound, you might want to consider buying one that has this feature.

Top Spy Supplies You Should Have

Ever wondered what spy supplies are available?  Learn the top 5 spy equipment you can buy to start or complete your collection.

People buy spy gears not just to help them create a more secure environment at work and at home but also as some sort of hobby.  Many people collect spy gears these days, finding their designs and features very fascinating and useful in many ways.  If you’ve been thinking of gettin a few spy equipment yourself, here are some of the most useful spy supplies you can find on the market:

Spy cameras
These are easily the most popular spy supplies being sold today.  Spy cameras come in all sorts of forms and designs.  These are mini cameras — small enough to be disguised and installed easily.  They are so small that they can even be worn as buttons or pendants and still remain unnoticed.

Spy cameras also come in a wide variety of forms, making them easier to disguise.  These days, you can find spy supplies like mini cameras in the form of stuffed toys, air humidifiers and alarm clocks.  Recording time varies; some models can record for only about 20 hours while newer ones can go as long as 60 hours.

Infrared camera
Another popular spy supply is the infrared camera, another version of the spy camera.  This is the preferred camera for use in low-light situations or total darkness.  This is a specialized function, although it can also be found in certain models of spy cameras being sold today.

Keyloggers
Keyloggers function as stealth recorders of activities performed on computers.  Once plugged or installed onto a computer, keyloggers will track, monitor and record all texts typed using the computer unit — that means every letter, number and symbol will be recorded, including passwords.

Use keyloggers with care, though.  Used improperly, the installation of a keylogger can be considered illegal, particularly when used without consent of the computer’s owner, if deployed in the workplace without the knowledge of management or if the intention is to steal information.

Digital voice recorders
Digital voice recorders are excellent for recording audio surreptitiously.  Most digital voice recorders are equiped with built-in storage, which means they can be used independent of any other equipment.  As long as the storage chip can be retrieved, the audio may be reviewed.

There are also digital voice recorders that can transmit voice data remotely, making live listening possible.

GPS Logger
The GPS logger keeps track of someone’s location at any given time.  It can keep track, monitor and store data independently, which means it can be used even without a third party service.

Video Surveillance Vs Bank Robbery

Two robberies took place in Alexandria and Arlington, Virginia, respectively and almost simultaneously. One of them, however, caused bewilderment. It was an unusual robbery to say the very least as a masked bank robber came and went quickly after robbing the customers and not the bank itself.

The second robbery incident that took place was nothing out of the ordinary, although this does not make the crime less harrowing in any way for the victims. Suntrust Bank, located at North Glebe Road in Arlington, was targeted by robbers. Everyone, however, came out unscathed although investigators still hadn’t revealed the extent, if any, of the loss resulting from the robbery.

The first robbery, on the other hand, and which only took place minutes earlier, continued to puzzle authorities. At approximately 10:45 in the morning, a masked man entered the Suntrust Bank along Kenmore Avenue.
The man carried a shotgun with him and ordered everyone to the ground. He took five purses from bank customers before leaving on foot. The bank hadn’t lost even a single penny in the incident.

The crime did not fail in arousing the people’s anger. One bank customer, Marcia Fox, said, “I know we’re having tough times, but that doesn’t excuse going and robbing people.”

Evidence obtained for the investigation was limited, with customers submitting to fingerprint analyses and surveillance photos taken within the area. The Alexandria Police also used their canine unit in hopes of quickly establishing leads for the case.

Know Who You’re Up Against with Video Surveillance
As proven earlier, having video surveillance equipment installed in your home or office is simply not enough to properly identify a would-be assailant or thief. Here are a number of tips to help you enjoy maximum protection from video surveillance.

Look for an ideal location
The best angle will give you a bird’s eye view of what’s happening in a given area. Video surveillance cameras are best mounted on the wall or ceiling, preferably in a corner.

Use an infrared-capable video surveillance camera
It will allow you to capture sharp and accurate video footage and photos even at night.

Don’t rely on video surveillance alone
While it may serve to deter and help capturing criminals, they are not capable of preventing a crime from taking place. For that, you’ll need extra safety precautions, like an automated alarm system. You may also install sensors to detect and hinder any unnecessary movement.

Video Surveillance Can Help Solve Abduction Crime

In Penhold, Alberta, parents of a sixteen year old girl were extremely relieved to have their daughter back after several days of harrowing anxiety since they reported their daughter missing. Accounts from the victim as well as information obtained from the investigation led to the successful arrest of the girl’s abductor.

According to the victim’s father, the girl had been abducted at from the back of their home, about 135 kilometers north of Calgary at approximately nine-thirty in the evening last Thursday. Their daughter had left to drive to a nearby store at the gas station to purchase treats.

Later on, the father found his daughter’s truck twenty minutes later, parked behind their home, the headlights still on, and with keys on the passenger seat. Items purchased from the said store as well as her purse was also found in the truck, but her mobile phone and wallet were missing. This prompted the family to report the girl missing.

Using the last signal picked up from the girl’s mobile phone the night before, search and rescue crews together with the RCMP mounted a massive search in a wooded area in Red Deer while volunteers numbering in the hundreds handed out flyers containing the girl’s picture door-to-door in the city.

Finally, almost two days after the girl had been reported missing, the family received a call at approximately 8:30 in the evening. The victim had managed to escape from her abductors and used a pay phone in a mall to contact her father for help. According to the dad, the girl had sounded “very, very scared” and that “she had to beg for her life”.

The victim was taken to the hospital following an interview with the Red Deer RCMP. Video surveillance from the gas station contributed considerable help to the investigation, leading to the arrest of a hereto unnamed suspect.

Stay Recorded, Stay Protected: Safety Tips with the Help of Video Surveillance
If you are travelling alone, it’s best to frequent establishments that you are aware of being equipped with video surveillance equipment.  Do your best to stay within its focus. If anything were to happen to you, authorities could use resulting footage in identifying and capturing your assailant.

Not all video surveillance equipment, however, are installed for the public to see. Some operate covertly so you’ll have to know where and how to look for them. On the other hand, some stores simply use dummy video cameras to deter wrongdoers for causing mischief.

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Video Surveillance News: Robbery Suspect Arrested

Personal accounts of victims and witnesses can be incomplete and inaccurate due to the imperfections of people’s memory. Cases can be solved more effectively and efficiently if there is actual video footage to corroborate their accounts, and that’s exactly the case with the recent robbery that took place in New Castle, Delaware.

Based on the investigation made by the Delaware State Police as well as the reviews of video surveillance taken from the scene of the crime, a patrol trooper was able to successfully detain and arrest 44-year-old Robert E. Dixon III. He was convicted for robbery and other related offenses.

At approximately 9:45 in the evening, a 911 call reported a robbery and troopers immediately responded. Their investigation revealed how a black male suspect went inside the Super Lodge, a West Avenue establishment, and proceeded to the back. He used an open door to access the desk area and immediately punched the clerk at work a number of times. Afterwards, he took $170 from the cash drawer and told the clerk not to call the police before departing.

The victim was driven to Christiana Hospital, diagnosed of sustaining significant injuries, and received treatment for multiple facial fractures. Besides the account provided by the victim, police were also able to obtain accounting of the incident from another employee.

The investigation further revealed the frequency in which the suspect was seen in the area. At approximately eleven thirty in the evening, a patrol trooper spotted a subject similar to the description provided in the Bowlerama parking lot. Dixon was successfully detained and whose identity as robber was subsequently confirmed.

Criminal mischief, theft, first-degree assault and robbery were filed against the suspect. He is currently detained at the Howard R. Young Correctional Institute with bail set on $106,000 secured bond.

How to Prevent Vandals and Assailants from Damaging Your Video Surveillance Camera
One reason why the aforementioned case resulted to the successful arrest of the suspect was due no doubt to the footage produced by the video surveillance equipment used. The results, however, won’t be the same if the suspect was aware of being under surveillance and tried to tamper with the equipment.

Choose an elevated and preferably unreachable location for your video surveillance camera
This way, even if the suspect were aware of being under surveillance, he would not be able to cause damage to your equipment.

Choose the appropriate model
Look for something durable, weatherproof, tamper-resistant, battery-powered, and capable of recording high-resolution images or videos.

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