Public Safety Updates
- IL: Rockford Fire Department looks to replace alarm monitoring system
3.5.19 – WREX-TV- Rockford – The Rockford Fire Department wants to replace an alarm monitoring system, which would cost hundreds of thousands of dollars. - PA: Vector Security Goes Live with ASAP-to-PSAP in Dauphin County, Pa.
3.6.19 – Security Sales & Integration- Pittsburgh – With the launch of the automated secure alarm protocol (ASAP) in Dauphin County, Pa., on Feb. 26, Vector Security became the first alarm … - TN: Midstate man says wife could still be alive if it weren’t for 911 …
3.5.19 – WSMV Nashville- “I truly believe she would still be alive here today if they got here when the alarm goes off.”” said Kortely. “It’s something no one should ever go through.”. - TX: False fire alarms can lead to fines for Longview residents, businesses
3.6.19 – KLTV- Longview, TX – If you live in Longview, and your fire alarm cries wolf one too many times, it can cost you. The city ordinance isn’t new, but many don’t … - TX: Major crime rate remains steady despite uptick in violent crime in Victoria
3.6.19 – Victoria Advocate- Also on Tuesday, council members resumed an earlier conversation about automatic alarm systems, after the body decided against adopting a registration fee … - TX: Man charged for death of Texas LEO responding to burglar alarm
3.7.19 – Police News- Man charged for death of Texas LEO responding to burglar alarm … shooting at a police officer who had come to his home to investigate a home security alarm. - TX: UPDATE: Midland police officer shot and killed overnight by homeowner
3.5.19 – CBS7 – Midland — A Midland Police Officer was shot and killed overnight according to a city spokesperson. An internal email obtained by multiple media sources reports the officer, his probationary police officer, plus two additional officers responded to a burglar alarm at a Midland home.
Industry News
- He installed her burglar alarm. She says he stole from her home.
3.5.19 – Jackson Clarion Ledger- Thomas said in the lawsuit, filed by attorney Ashley Ogden, that on or about Oct. 17, she signed a contract with the defendants to have an alarm system installed … - Guardian Alarm launches new remote video monitoring service
3.6.19 – Security Systems News – Southfield, Mich. – Guardian Alarm, a privately held national security company based here, unveiled Virtual Guardian, a multi-dimensional security program … - Gentex GHSLF low frequency notification appliance
3.7.19 – SecurityInfoWatch- The GHSLF low frequency notification appliance, ideal for meeting NFPA 72 low frequency requirements for commercial sleeping areas. The horn offers a low .. - WaterGuard leak detection devices from Flair Electronics
3.7.19 – SecurityInfoWatch- An alarm is triggered whenever water or other conductive fluid rises 1/16” and bridges two of the nickel-plated probes. The 1010-H2OS attaches directly to a .. - Takex’s FP-2500E Combination Flame and Passive Infrared Motion …
3.8.19 – SecurityInfoWatch- Designed to minimize nuisance alarms where fast acting spark/flame may be present, people detection allows for fast activation of flame. Flame detection range … - Sciens Building Solutions Acquires Empire Electric and Empire Fire …
3.8.19 – Security Sales & Integration- Detroit – Sciens Building Solutions has acquired Empire Electric and its fire alarm division, Empire Fire Safety, both based in Miami, for undisclosed terms. - Utilize Thermal Sensors Where Traditional Camera Tech Falls Short
3.8.19 – Security Sales & Integration- When monitored via central control stations, these sites and locations have always been a challenge because of false alarm scenarios like roaming wildlife, …
State & National News
- New Home Sales Increase 1.5%, NAHB Optimistic for 2019
3.6.19 – CEPro – After a dip in November, new home sales ended 2018 trending upwards, with growth expected to continue into the early months of 2019. - U.S. added just 20,000 jobs in February, amid slowing growth, snowy weather
3.8.19 – USA TODAY – Hiring slowed sharply in February as employers added just 20,000 jobs amid harsh winter weather and a weakening U.S. and global economy. That’s the fewest job gains since September 2017 when employment was curtailed by major hurricanes. - Apple Acquires Patents From Defunct Smart Security Start-Up Lighthouse AI
3.8.19 – CEPro – Is it possible Apple is looking to use Lighthouse AI’s visual authentication, monitoring and depth-sensing patents to create its own surveillance camera? - New Northridge K-12 school has cutting-edge security system
3.8.19 – Dayton Daily News- The $55 million building will feature the BluePoint Alert System, with blue pull-alarms throughout the building, similar to traditional red fire alarms. - Youngstown’s own criminal mastermind heading to big screen
3.10.19 – Youngstown Vindicator- “We studied the alarm systems,” Barber told Sharon. “We studied all these companies that had alarms, and we got to the point where there was not one out there …
Business Tips
- Dealers Need to Offer More Than Alarm Monitoring to Compete …
3.4.19 – Security Sales & Integration- Dallas – More than 70% of security dealers in the United States offer services beyond traditional monitoring as these firms continue exploring ways to … - 5 Tips to Get Your Snail Mail Ads to Work
3.4.19 – CEPro – Which 10 CE product brand names work best for generating interest in your direct mail? Use these 5 tips to help create successful physical mail campaigns. - 3 Tactics to Fight the Looming Market Correction
3.7.19 – CEPro – As the market slows, integrators need to act quickly to boost sales and marketing efforts, differentiate themselves in the market, or downsize their company payroll. - 4 Ways to Improve Internal Staff Communication
3.6.19 – CEPro – 80% of organizational problems can be traced back to poor communication, resulting in detachment, anger, resentment, attrition and lack of dedication to the company. - Maturing PoE Makes for More Growth
3.7.19- SSI – The capability to run electric power over Ethernet cabling continues to facilitate the revolution of networked security devices. Learn about the latest standards and how they can enhance your projects and profits. - 6 Reasons to Deep-Six Wires
3.7.19- SSI – Depending on the application, a wireless option may be the best access control solution. Discover the value wireless can add for both security integrators and their customers.
Fire & EMS News
- CT: Police: Woman set Hartford apartment building on fire after dispute …
3.9.19 – WWLP.com- “Thank God the fire alarm system was installed. It did do its job yesterday. Worked as intended and it took them a little to react to it, but they did hear and respond … - CT: Smoke From Concession Stand Triggers Alarm at Bradley …
3.6.19 – NBC Connecticut- Smoke from a concession stand triggered an alarm at Bradley International Airport on Wednesday morning. Airport officials said smoke from an oven at the . - IN: Firefighter injured battling weekend fire
3.4.19 – wpta21.com- Firefighters say the building’s alarm went off just after 4:30 am on Sunday. Crews arrived to find a small fire in a counter area that extended into the attic. Officials … - IN: Putnam Scanner for March 8, 2019
3.7.19 – The Banner-Graphic- At 4:09 p.m. on Tuesday, GFD was dispatched. for a fire alarm. Firefighters arrived at 4:12 and determined the alarm was due to cooking. - KY: Dryer Fire prompts MFD to Evacuate Hall at Hopkins County Jail
3.4.19 – SurfKY News – Madisonville, Ky.- Madisonville Fire Department responded to a fire alarm at Hopkins County Jail Sunday evening. Fire officials … - MN: Fire Calls
3.6.19 – Belleplaineherald- At 7:05 p.m., firefighters responded to a fire alarm … 28, BPFD responded to four fire alarms. - MO: Area fire report 3-10-19
3.9.19 – Southeast Missourian- At 9:52 p.m., false alarm was reported…. - OH: Security Notebook
3.9.19 – The Oberlin Review- 12:15 a.m. Officers and members of the Oberlin Fire Department responded to a fire alarm on the second floor of Langston Hall. The alarm was activated by .. - WI: Village of Superior house fire leaves family displaced, firefighter injured
3.6.19 – KBJR 6- All occupants and pets were woken up by the smoke alarm and exited the house safely. Three fire engines, one Battalion Chief, one Gold Cross Ambulance and …
Crime News
- CA: Lakeport Police logs: Thursday, Feb. 21
3.4.19 – Lake County News- Disposition: Disregard From Alarm Company. - CA: Montebello Police Chase, Arrest Burglary Suspect In Commerce
3.10.19 – MyNewsLA.com- Officers responded about 3 a.m. to a burglary alarm at JCPenney inside The Shops at Montebello and reported that a motorist … - CA: Montebello police open fire after suspect tries to hit civilians, officers …
3.9.19 – KABC-TV- Officers responded at about 3 a.m. to the alarm at Montebello Town Center, where they saw a vehicle crashing into a store front, police said in a statement. - CA: Saratoga crime report for the week of March 15
3.8.19 – Milpitas Post- Residential Burglary: At 6:29 p.m., deputies responded to an alarm call at a residence. An investigation revealed three … - CA: Thieves raid Del Cerro home just days from being sold
3.9.19 – 10News- Arcieniega says the biggest mistake he made was shutting down the alarm, because so many people were going in and out of the home. He believes the thieves … - FL: Deputies search for suspect after Yamaha Marine burglary in Orange …
3.7.19 – WJXT News4JAX- Units arrived at the center just minutes after an alarm call was received, according to the Sheriff’s Office. The suspect(s) fled the scene toward the … - IL: Chicago police officer, 34, expected to survive after being shot in the …
3.10.19 – Chicago Tribune- She said her alarm system went off, and her daughter called her, saying, “Mom, Mom, someone’s breaking in the back.” The phone hung up, and she never … - IL: Over $100000 in cash taken from Evanston resident’s safe
3.6.19 – Daily Northwestern- The woman said she got a call about a burglar alarm in her home as she was leaving work for home. Evanston Police Department officers arrived at the … - IN: Fine print: Sheriff’s log Feb. 24-March 2
3.6.19 – Brown County Democrat- 5:39 a.m. Commercial alarm …. - KY: Mount Olivet bank robbery still under investigation
3.4.19 – Ledger Independent – 25, around 2:58 p.m., on Monday, KSP dispatch received a 911 call from Electronic Services, an alarm company serving the Citizen’s Deposit Bank, about a … - MA: Burlington Police Log: Feb. 21-27
3.7.19 – Wicked Local- 3:30 a.m.: An activated burglar alarm was reported at Burton’s Grill. The building was reportedly secure. 11:30 a.m.: Identity fraud was … - MA: Middleton Police Log: Feb. 20-27
3.9.19 – Wicked Local- 12:45 a.m.: An activated burglar alarm was reported. … summons; 4 requests for medical aid; 3 alarms; and 2 false or abandoned 911 calls. - MA: Police Log: 3-8-19
3.7.19 – Daily Item- Alarm reported on Wednesday at 12:38 p.m. Officer reports … False burglar alarm reported at Lynnfield High School … - MA: Police/Fire: Driver accused of driving drunk in pickup crash
3.5.19 – Gloucester Daily Times- 2:46 p.m.: A house-sitter reported an alarm sounding in the basement. The Fire Department was dispatched and then cleared. Rockport Police … - MA: Rochester Police Log: Feb. 24-March 2
3.10.19 – Wicked Local- 2:33 p.m.: A burglar alarm was reported at a residence on Forbes Road. Monday, Feb. 25. 1:47 a.m.: Suspicious activity was reported. - MA: Westwood Police Logs: Feb. 25-March 4
3.8.19 – Wicked Local- The following are excerpts from the Westwood Police logs from Feb. 25-March 4. The log is public record. Monday, Feb. 25. 11:04 a.m.: A burglar alarm was … - MI: Bat-wielding man in convenience store attack has history of mental …
3.4.19 – MLive.com- At about 6:45 p.m. March 2, a clerk at PS Mart activated the store’s panic alarm after a man walked in and began hitting items with a baseball . - MO: Burglar goes on wire cutting spree at golf course clubhouse, causing …
3.5.19 – fox2now.com- Still, the silent burglar alarm was triggered about 2:40 a.m. Saturday. … Power and the burglar alarm have been restored but there’s up to $50,000 in damage, … - MS: Crime & Emergencies from March 1-3, 2019
3.4.19 – HottyToddy.com- 3/2 – 4:28 p.m. – Kay Jewelers – fire alarm panel malfunction… - NC: Caught on camera: Burglars shatter window trying to get into …
3.9.19 – WCNC.com- “For somebody who is on my level, that alarm sign was actually a helper,” Carson said. “Because we know what the alarm companies do.” Finally, Carson said … - NM: Sandoval County Sheriff’s deputy sued for running over, killing a woman
3.9.19 – KRQE News 13- “Got a phone call from her neighbor, and from her neighbor’s alarm company, letting her know that the alarm was going off across the street from her house,” … - NY: Burglary suspects, one with 41 past arrests, stole $1900 in cigarettes …
3.6.19 – 13WHAM-TV- … at a Kwik Fill for a short period before it drove away. The burglary alarm activated soon after, and deputies attempted to stop the van. - OH: For The Record
3.4.19 – Daily Sentinel- Deputy Martin responded to a residential alarm. Deputy Martin checked the home, everything was secure and there were no signs of … - OH: Lights & Sirens | Man arrested on trio of warrants
3.7.19 – Bucyrus Telegraph Forum- A false alarm was received … - OH: Mount Gilead Police Calls
3.4.19 – Morrow County Sentinel- Two dogs running free inside the home may have set off the alarm. Woman helped. Officer responded to a call where a woman’s vehicle … - OH: Thieves steal $100000 worth of jewelry from Kmart: Seven Hills Police …
3.6.19 – cleveland.com- 21, police were dispatched to Kmart after hours regarding a jewelry case and garden door alarm. An arriving officer found the garden door glass shattered. - PA: Dickson City PD asking for home security footage to catch robber
3.7.19 – fox56.com- Around 6 p.m., flames tore through the wooden-framed home on Stafford Avenue, rising to two alarms in less than half-an-hour and prompting a huge response … - TX: Bellaire Police Department weekly report
3.4.19 – Chron.com- At 3:22 a.m., Officer Vorhees was dispatched in reference to a burglary alarm. Upon arrival, Officers observed forced entry to … - TX: Pasadena Police Recap February’s Critical Incidents
3.4.19 – Pasadena Now- Commercial Burglary February 4, 2019 at 4:19 a.m. – Officers responded to an alarm activation at the Footlocker. Responding units … - TX: Whittington, alleged burglar, arrested in Wichita Falls
3.9.19 – Duncan Banner- Footage shows two males walk up to the store prior to entry, but the suspect was scared of by the alarm, reports state. Later the same night, reports state there … - WV: Charleston Police searching for suspects after theft at Cabela’s
3.4.19 – WSAZ-TV- The man and woman pictured placed items in a cart and ran, activating the store’s alarm. They got away with clothing, fishing equipment and radios valued over …
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NESA Board of Directors
- President – Chris Russell
- Vice President & – Maryland Burglar & Fire Alarm Assn. Director – Craig Bober
- Secretary – Kathleen Schraufnagel
- Treasurer and Arkansas Security Alarm Assn. Director – Rick Howell
- Past President – Jordon Brown
- Kansas Electronic Security Alliance Director – Vacant
- Oklahoma Burglar & Fire Alarm Assn. Director – Steven Brekel
- Texas Burglar & Fire Alarm Assn. Director – Kelly Ryan
- Associate Director – Brian Villari
- Executive Director – Brad Shipp
- Maryland Burglar & Fire Alarm Assn. Alternate – Brian Shrake
- Oklahoma Burglar & Fire Alarm Assn. Alternate – Danna Fowble
- Texas Burglar & Fire Alarm Assn. Alternate – Rex Adams