Video Surveillance That Sees Everything
Making video watching better to solve crimes has been a goal for years. Now, thanks to better technology, we can do it. Today’s home and business cameras have much clearer pictures. Because of this, the police can catch thieves and other bad people when they go onto someone’s property. In fact, ABC News reported in 2013 that private surveillance cameras were catching more criminals.
Below are some of the most bizarre crimes that were ever caught on security video cameras.
Drive-By Pizza
On July 9, 2017, an 18-year-old teenager was arrested after he threw an entire pizza from his car at a pedestrian. That pedestrian happened to be a homeowner standing on the sidewalk within the range of his residential security camera. Although the pizza didn’t hit the man, the teenager was hit with an assault charge.
Armed with Hot Dog Tongs
Armed robbery can really scare someone. But think about being a store worker when a robber uses hot dog tongs as their weapon! This actually happened in 2012. So, instead of a fake gun or something else silly, this robber grabbed hot dog tongs. Then, the robber used them to scare customers and told everyone to give him money. After that, the police came and caught the man for armed robbery.
Kidnapping of Carlesha Freeland-Gaither
While this one doesn’t produce the giggles like assault by pizza or armed hot dog tong robbery, it does show you the serious business of good video surveillance. Carlesha Freeland-Gaither was a 22-year-old nursing assistant who was taken right off the street. Video caught footage of the vehicle the assailant was driving. Authorities found out who they were looking for and this wasn’t his first crime.
Shootings, Assaults, and More
Outside cameras have also caught shootings, fights, people using fake checks, and lots more. So, it’s important for homes, banks, stores, gas stations, shops, and offices to have good video watching systems. Because the video helps protect these places, it can also protect other people nearby.
Contact Your Rochester Video Surveillance Experts
You can protect yourself and others with the installation of a good residential or business camera system. SPS Fire & Security has helped many homeowners and business owners throughout Rochester, Buffalo, and Syracuse protect their homes and businesses, as well as others in their neighborhoods. Call today at 585-770-0348 or complete the contact form below and we will get back to you ASAP.
