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How To Combat Canada’s Rising Crime Rate

In an ever-changing world, it’s vital to prioritize the safety and security of our homes and loved ones. Recent data from Statistics Canada has shed light on the concerning rise in police-reported crime, indicating a four per cent increase in 2022 alone. Violent crimes have reached their highest point since 2007, underscoring the need for effective security measures to protect what matters most (CBC News).

At Security ONE Alarm Systems, we believe in providing comprehensive and reliable security solutions that empower homeowners to face these challenges head-on. With over a decade of experience in the industry, our commitment to safeguarding communities remains unwavering. In this blog post, we’ll explore the data from Statistics Canada and discuss how our advanced security systems can offer the peace of mind you deserve.

The Rising Crime Landscape

The latest data from Statistics Canada paints a troubling picture of the current crime landscape. As measured by the Crime Severity Index (CSI), police-reported crime in Canada has increased by four per cent in 2022. Furthermore, violent crimes have surged to their highest levels in over a decade. These figures highlight the urgency for homeowners to take proactive steps in securing their properties against potential threats. At Security ONE Alarm Systems, we understand the importance of staying ahead of the curve when it comes to home security.

Effective Solutions for Ultimate Protection

As the leading provider of cutting-edge security alarm systems, Security ONE Alarm Systems offers a comprehensive range of solutions tailored to your specific needs. Our state-of-the-art security technology is designed to deter criminals and provide rapid response in case of emergencies, helping you maintain a safe environment for your family.

Smart Home Security:

Our Smart Home Security packages integrate advanced technology with user-friendly features, giving you full control of your home’s security at your fingertips. With real-time alerts and remote monitoring capabilities, you’ll stay informed of any unusual activities even when you’re away.

24/7 Professional Monitoring:

Our Smart Home Security packages integrate advanced technology with user-friendly features, giving you full control of your home’s security at your fingertips. With real-time alerts and remote monitoring capabilities, you’ll stay informed of any unusual activities even when you’re away.

Video Surveillance:

Enhance the security of your property with our top-notch video surveillance solutions. High-definition cameras offer clear visuals, enabling you to monitor your home from anywhere, anytime. The mere presence of visible cameras is often enough to deter potential intruders from targeting your home.

Access Control:

Take charge of who enters your home with our access control systems. From smart locks to personalized access codes, you can regulate entry points and ensure that only authorized individuals can gain access.

As crime rates continue to rise, ensuring the safety of your home and loved ones becomes paramount. Statistics Canada’s recent data underscores the importance of implementing robust security measures to protect your property from potential threats.

At Security ONE Alarm Systems, we are committed to providing tailored security solutions that cater to your unique needs. Our advanced technology, coupled with 24/7 professional monitoring, empowers homeowners to stay one step ahead in safeguarding their homes.

Don’t wait for unfortunate incidents to strike. Take charge of your home’s security today with Security ONE Alarm Systems, your trusted partner in creating a safer living environment. Reach out to our security experts to discuss the perfect security solution for your home!

August 4, 2023
Security ONE CEO Named Among SP&T Top 10 Under 40

We are thrilled to announce that Security ONE’s President and CEO, Chris Neumann, has been recognized as one of Security Products & Technology (SP&T) magazine’s Top Ten Under Forty for 2023! This prestigious accolade highlights Chris’s exceptional contributions to the security industry and celebrates his visionary leadership at Security ONE.

According to SP&T:

“Chris Neumann, President & CEO of Security ONE Alarm Systems, has been named one of SP&T’s Top Ten Under Forty for 2023. Chris has been instrumental in driving the company’s growth and success, making Security ONE a leading name in the security solutions industry. Under his leadership, the company has expanded its offerings and embraced cutting-edge technologies to better serve its customers. With a focus on innovation and a commitment to excellence, Chris has led Security ONE to new heights, earning a well-deserved spot on this year’s list.”

Join us in celebrating Chris Neumann’s achievement and his dedication to transforming Security ONE into a trailblazing security solutions provider. To read the full article on SP&T’s website, please click here.

At Security ONE, we take immense pride in the recognition of our CEO, Chris Neumann, as one of the Top Ten Under Forty for 2023 by SP&T magazine. Chris’s dedication to innovation, customer-centricity, and building a stellar team has been the driving force behind our company’s success. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our customers and partners for their continued support, which motivates us to continue striving for excellence in the security industry. Together, we look forward to a future where Security ONE remains at the forefront of providing unparalleled security solutions.

August 1, 2023
Top 10 Stolen Cars in Ontario and How to Keep Yours Safe

Top 10 Stolen Cars in Ontario and How to Keep Yours Safe

Vehicle theft is an ever-present concern in today’s society, with thieves becoming increasingly sophisticated in their methods. In Canada, a vehicle is stolen every 6 minutes, according to recent statistics. The auto theft rate has surged by a staggering 72% from 2014 to 2021, indicating a significant escalation in this criminal activity. Even more concerning, the auto theft rate has risen by 14% in the last year alone.

We understand the importance of protecting your valuable assets. In this blog post, we will discuss the top 10 most stolen vehicles in recent years, shed light on the alarming rise in auto theft rates, and introduce our innovative solution, Connected Car, which combines physical and digital security measures to keep your vehicle safe.

2013-2018 Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4, with its practicality, fuel efficiency, and spaciousness, has become a popular choice for families and individuals alike. However, its high demand has caught the attention of criminals looking to capitalize on the stolen vehicle market.

2011-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Jeep Grand Cherokee’s reputation for off-road capabilities, luxurious features, and versatile performance make it a favorite among adventure-seeking drivers. Unfortunately, these attributes also make it an appealing choice for car thieves.

2018-2021 Honda Accord

The Honda Accord, known for its reliability and fuel efficiency, has been a staple in the automotive market for years. However, this popularity has made it a prime target for thieves seeking to profit from its parts or sell it whole.

1999-2006 Chevrolet Silverado

The Chevrolet Silverado is a popular choice among truck enthusiasts, making it a common sight on roads across the country. Its popularity translates into a higher risk of theft, as criminals target these vehicles for their high demand and resale value.

2011-2018 RAM 1500 Series

The RAM 1500’s power, towing capacity, and rugged design make it an attractive option for both work and play. However, its desirability extends beyond legitimate owners, making it a target for thieves.

2013-2019 Toyota Highlander

The Toyota Highlander’s versatility, spaciousness, and reputation for safety make it a top choice for families. Unfortunately, these qualities also make it appealing to thieves looking to sell stolen vehicles quickly.

2016-2021 Honda Civic

Another Honda model makes the list, demonstrating the brand’s popularity and vulnerability to theft. The Honda Civic’s fuel efficiency and reliability make it a favourite among both drivers and criminals.

2015-2020 Ford F-150 Series

The Ford F-150, being one of the most popular pickup trucks in North America, is highly sought after by thieves. Its powerful performance and versatile capabilities make it a target for those involved in illegal activities such as smuggling and transportation of contraband.

2016-2021 Lexus RX Series

The Lexus RX Series is known for its luxury and performance, making it an attractive choice for both drivers and car thieves alike. Its desirability and advanced features contribute to its position on this unfortunate list.

2016-2021 Honda CR-V

The Honda CR-V tops the list of the most stolen vehicles, likely due to its popularity and high demand in the market. Its reliability and resale value make it a prime target for thieves seeking to profit from the stolen vehicle market.

How can you protect your vehicle?

In the face of rising auto theft rates and evolving security challenges, we understand the importance of staying one step ahead. That’s why we are thrilled to introduce our game-changing solution: Connected Car. We recognize that comprehensive protection extends beyond physical measures. In today’s digital age, vehicles are increasingly connected, presenting new vulnerabilities that require innovative solutions.

Connected Car leverages the power of technology to enhance your vehicle’s security like never before. With real-time alerts and notifications, you can stay informed about any suspicious activities or unauthorized access attempts. Whether it’s a door being unlocked or the ignition being turned on, you’ll receive instant alerts on your mobile device, empowering you to take immediate action.

But that’s just the beginning. The integration between your vehicle and the Alarm.com platform unlocks a wide range of features designed to safeguard your car effectively. GPS tracking enables you to monitor your vehicle’s location at all times, ensuring you can recover it swiftly in the unfortunate event of theft. Additionally, you can set up geofence boundaries, receiving alerts if your vehicle enters or exits designated areas, adding an extra layer of security and control.

Trust the experts when it comes to the security of your vehicle. Contact Security ONE for more information on this comprehensive and reliable solution.

June 30, 2023
Combating the Rise of Auto Theft With Security Monitoring

Auto theft is a growing problem in Canada, with many incidents being linked to global crime rings, according to a recent article by Global News. This trend is especially evident in Ontario, where auto theft has spiked. In order to combat this problem, it is essential for car owners to take proactive measures to protect their vehicles. While simple precautions like locking your car doors and keeping keys and valuables in a safe location can help prevent theft, they are not foolproof. An effective solution to this rising issue is the use of monitoring systems such as video, proactive video, and access monitoring.

Preventing Auto Theft with Video Monitoring

Video monitoring involves using cameras to record any suspicious activity in areas such as your driveway, garage, or parking spot. These cameras can be set up to record constantly, or they can be triggered by motion or other forms of activity. This type of system can be especially useful in identifying potential thieves, as the footage can be used to help identify suspects and assist with their prosecution.

Proactive Video Monitoring

Proactive video monitoring takes this concept a step further by using artificial intelligence (AI) to analyze the footage in real-time. This type of system can detect patterns of behavior that may indicate an attempt to steal a vehicle, such as someone loitering around a car or trying to tamper with its locks. When such activity is detected, the system can alert the owner or the authorities, allowing for a quick response to prevent theft from occurring.

Access Monitoring

In addition to monitoring the exterior of a vehicle, it is also important to consider the security of the place where the car is stored. For those who keep their car in a garage, access to the garage should be tightly controlled to prevent unauthorized entry. This can be achieved through the use of garage access monitoring systems, which use sensors or cameras to detect when the garage door is opened or closed. These systems can alert the owner or the authorities if there is any suspicious activity, allowing for a quick response to prevent potential theft.

In conclusion, the rise in auto thefts linked to global crime rings in Canada is a serious concern and highlights the importance of taking proactive measures to protect our vehicles. By using video monitoring and proactive video monitoring systems, car owners can take an active role in deterring potential thieves and helping to keep their vehicles safe.

January 10, 2023
Reducing False Alarms
According to Windsor Police, a false alarm is any alarm caused by human error or equipment problems requiring a police response, with no evidence of an actual crime having been committed or attempted.

Why are False Alarms a Problem?
- Alarms were originally designed to protect lives and property. Properly installed, used and maintained, alarms are a real asset. When misused, they become a liability. The Windsor Police Service as well as the security companies, must spend a significant amount of time and money reacting to false alarms. The system users also experience the inconvenience of false alarms and the assessment of fines.
- A false alarm can endanger responding officers and the whole community. It may delay the officers from responding to a real emergency.
- False alarms can lead neighbours to ignore your alarm when it goes off. In effect, your security system becomes less reliable and less credible.
- False alarms make you reluctant to arm your system, in effect exposing your home or business to undetected theft or damage.
- False alarms can cost you fines, and in some instances abusers may even have police response suspended.
What can you do to help reduce the amount of false alarms received?
- Make sure everyone who has a key to your home or business knows how to operate the security system. Keep the name and number of your monitoring station handy.
- Secure doors and windows before turning on the system.
- Be aware of changes in the environment (ie. New animals, design changes, seasonal decorations, plants etc.)
- Notify monitoring facility and Windsor Police Service of new installations, and any changes (ie. Name changes, new employees).
- Check your batteries regularly
- Equipment should be routinely inspected and maintained by qualified personnel.
- Call your security company immediately if your system does not seem to be working properly.
- An alarm system must be installed properly, maintained properly and used properly in order to be a deterrent against crime and perform to everyone’s expectations.
For an evaluation of your security system, or to schedule a service call, call 1-800-265-5317 or just CLICK HERE.
May 22, 2015
Help Identify Arsonist

Windsor Police are looking to identify suspects involved in an arson investigation at 781 Erie Street East.

The fire broke out early Thursday morning and caused $500,000 in damage. The preliminary investigation findings indicate the fire was intentionally set.

Police say that their ongoing investigation has revealed two suspects involved in the arson. A white male suspect and a black male suspect were seen acting suspiciously around the building. Smoke was seen coming out of the building and the black male exited the building with one pant leg on fire. The male managed to put out the fire on his leg and he got into a black vehicle and they both drove off.

Police say that these males were also seen by the building days prior and utilizing an older model red pick-up truck.

They are described as male black, approx 5’6, with short dark hair,and in his late 20’s early 30’s. He was last seen wearing a grey hoodie, blue jeans and a white hat.

The second is a white male, approx 5’7, with a mustache.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Windsor Police at 519-255-6700 ext. 4330, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS), or online at www.catchcrooks.com.

To learn more adding smoke detectors to your security system, call 1-800-265-5317, or just CLICK HERE.

May 15, 2015
Call The Police

The Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police have launched a crime prevention awareness campaign launched this year, and they are encouraging you to report all crime, no matter how petty the incident may seem at the time.

Windsor police recorded 8,600 incidents of property crime last year, which makes up nearly half of the 17,200 criminal code violations they investigated during that period.

On average, police responded to one property crime every hour in 2014.

Property crimes include arson, break and enter, theft, mischief and fraud.

Windsor police statistics show 2,950 property crimes of thefts under $5,000 recorded in 2014, plus another 1,660 incidents of theft from a vehicle under $5,000.

Combined, the 4,610 charges make up more than half of the property crimes reported last year. Even with these numbers, many property crimes go unreported, police said.

People often in general don’t to be a burden or nuisance to already busy police officers by reporting a garage break-in or the theft of an inexpensive bike. But police crime analysts need every bit of information, if they’re going to identify crime trends and effectively target criminals.

Residents in Windsor and around Ontario are also asked to be vigilant in order to prevent crime in their communities. From suspicious activity or unusual noises at a neighbour’s home to unknown vehicles or strangers lurking on your street, police say too many warning signs are ignored.

Police say you should give them a call. They’ll find out if those concerns are legitimate.

They also suggested getting involved in your neighbourhood. Getting to know your neighbours and their patterns will all help detect unusual activity.

Statistics also show that a monitored security system is three-times less likely to broken into. To learn how easy it is to have a Security ONE system installed, call 1-800-265-5317 or JUST CLICK HERE.

February 27, 2015
Police Look For Robber in PJs

Windsor Police are looking for a robber brandishing a knife – and wearing pajamas – when he held up a corner store recently.

The Windsor Star reported the incident happened at the Mac’s convenience store at 4675 Seminole St. very recently.

A male in a hooded winter jacket covering his face entered the store and went behind the counter to confront the cashier.

He was armed with a large kitchen knife and demanded money.

After taking a small quantity of cash, he left the store and was last seen walking east towards Pillette Road.

The robber is described as a white male, perhaps 5’9″ in height, with a slender build.

At the time of the crime, he wore a black jacket with fur-lined hood, blue checkered pajama pants, and tan moccasin-style footwear.

Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to call police at 519-255-6700 ext. 4305, or make an anonymous tip via Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 (www.catchcrooks.com).

Monitored security systems with video surveillance are the best form of deterrence and offer the best chance of providing clues when a crime is committed. To learn more, call 1-800-265-5317 or just CLICK HERE.

January 5, 2015
Don’t Leave Your Keys

According to an article on Windsorite Dot CA, Windsor Police say that here have been 388 vehicles stolen in Windsor so far this year and 50 of these were stolen simply by people leaving their spare keys in the vehicle.

With the cold weather finally here to stay for the season, it is easy to want to leave your car running while doing errands. Consider this: The same article says that since October Windsor Police report 17 vehicles stolen where the keys were left inside and the doors were left unlocked. In some instances the key set also contained house keys and the suspects also broke into the owner’s home. These stolen vehicles are also frequently used to commit other criminal offences.

In the article, Police say that owners need to be mindful of their insurance policy because leaving keys in the vehicle may potentially void their coverage.

While many new vehicles come with a keyless push button start while having your key fob. This technological advancement may be convenient but do not leave keys in vehicles. Lock your car doors and take your keys with you.

In addition to locking your vehicle, never leaving the keys in the ignition and keeping valuables out of sight, other important vehicle safety tips include:

• Using a car security system such as an alarm
• Installing a physical theft prevention device that locks the steering wheel or brakes
• Parking in well-lit, well-traveled areas
• Keeping your vehicle inside a locked garage whenever possible

If warming your car up at home is important, but you’d like to have some added security, consider installing Video Surveillance cameras. With our Total Connect app, you’ll be be able to check in on those cameras in real time. To learn more, call 1-800-265-5317 or just CLICK HERE.

December 12, 2014