A group of five individuals allegedly committed an armed robbery at Dream Fluff Donuts in Berkeley, CA. According to police reports, three of the suspects were armed when they entered the shop around 6:30 a.m., stole the tip jar, and confronted the store clerk at gunpoint, demanding access to a safe. When told there was no safe, they forced the clerk to open the cash register and took the money inside. 

Shortly after, the same group reportedly targeted a nearby Chevron gas station, stealing $1,500 worth of products and an employee's personal bag. Flock Cameras captured footage of the getaway vehicles, which helped authorities track the suspects' vehicles - both of which were determined to be stolen. 

A subsequent search of one of the suspect’s residence uncovered a Glock handgun, a pellet gun, and other evidence linking to the crimes. He was eventually charged with robbery, kidnapping, grand theft, and receiving stolen property. 

This heinous crime represents the real dangers that businesses are up against - and the potential risks facing employees and customers. 

By installing Flock Safety security solutions like LPR Cameras and Mobile Security Trailers, businesses can work to better protect their employees, customers, and company assets by proactively deterring offenders. And if something does happen, you’ll be equipped with actionable evidence that can be turned over to security personnel and/or law enforcement. 

‍Flock Safety LPR Cameras integrate with Mobile Security Trailers  

‍Flock Safety LPR Cameras help businesses protect their premises and create a virtual security perimeter with the ability to send alerts whenever past offenders try to enter the property. It also captures vehicle information for cars that enter your premises, relevant car details includes areas like make, color, decals, and more. 

LPR Cameras can also integrate with Flock Safety Mobile Security Trailers, to maximize your proactive security potential with trailers equipped with features like: 

• A talk-down speaker that delivers both live and pre-recorded warnings
• Flashing blue lights that lets offenders know they’re being watched
• Three high-performance cameras to capture relevant evidence 

With full integration, you can automatically receive alerts whenever unfamiliar people or vehicles are in restricted areas during unauthorized times when your business is short-staffed. 

Learn more about Flock Safety’s ability to help businesses proactively deter offenders with our blog post: 

‍The Shift to Proactive Security: New Tools To Deter Crime and Hold Offenders Accountable
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