Phangela Group
is here to help you navigate these risks with proactive security measures, ensuring your festive season is a happpy and joyful time.
Ways Crime Increases During the Festive Season
- Empty Homes: With many families traveling, criminals target vacant homes. Ensure your property is secured with alarms, cameras, and visible patrols.
- Crowded Malls: Pickpockets and shoplifters thrive in busy shopping centres. Stay vigilant and report any suspicious behaviour to security personnel.
- Online Scams: Festive shopping deals can sometimes be traps. Always shop on trusted websites and avoid deals that seem too good to be true.
- Package Theft: Criminals often steal parcels left on doorsteps. Opt for secure delivery options or collect items in person.
- ATM Fraud: Increased cash withdrawals attract fraudsters. Use ATMs in well-lit, secure locations, and shield your PIN.
- Holiday Events: Large gatherings are perfect distractions for opportunistic criminals. Keep personal belongings close and accounted for.
- Charity Scams: Be cautious of fake charity appeals during the season of giving. Verify organizations before donating.
At Phangela Group, we recognize these risks and provide tailored security solutions to protect your business during this critical season. Let us keep you safe while you focus on celebrating.
- Shoplifting Soars Over Christmas: With stores crowded and shelves stocked, shoplifters take advantage of the holiday rush and distracted staff.
- Robbery Follows Festive Trends: Increased cash flow and customer traffic make businesses prime targets for robbers.
- Higher Risk of Criminal Damage: Holiday celebrations often result in vandalism and property damage, especially in busy areas.
- Business Burglaries Spike: Seasonal stockpiling of goods attracts burglars to unguarded premises during after-hours.
- Employee Theft Rises: Temporary staff and high-pressure environments can lead to internal theft during this busy period.
- Criminal Damage to Businesses: Graffiti, broken windows, and other damages escalate with holiday revelry and opportunism.
- Attempted Business Break-Ins Surge: Unsecured or poorly monitored businesses face a higher risk of burglary attempts.
