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Home Security Burglary Prevention Advice from a Security Expert

Home Security Burglary Prevention advice for protecting home and family. A burglary occurs somewhere in the United States every 15.4 seconds. Home burglary victims can leave a family feeling … [Read more...]

Shoplifter Profiling – Do Retail Loss Prevention Agents Use Profiling?

Shoplifter Profiling. The media often asks me if retail store loss-prevention agents use “profiling” tactics as a means of determining which customers are most likely to steal. The answer is … [Read more...]

Shoplifting Excessive Force – How Not to Make a Shoplifter Detention

Shoplifting excessive force. I witnessed a classic example of excessive force against a petty theft shoplifter. The shoplifter fell after a head tackle and was in obvious pain. He was bleeding … [Read more...]

Workplace Violence Robbery Homicide at Wendy’s Fast Food Restaurant

Workplace Violence Robbery Homicide at Late-Night Restaurants Just before the 11 PM closing time on May 24, 2000, two armed robbers walked into Wendy’s fast-food restaurant in Queens, New York. … [Read more...]

Convenience Store Security: Robbery Prevention at C-Stores

Convenience Store Security. C-Stores are unique commercial properties in that they are usually open 24 hours, are largely a cash-based business, can be operated by one clerk, and are conveniently … [Read more...]

Shoplifting False Imprisonment – Lawful Detention or False Imprisonment?

Shoplifting false imprisonment is defined as the unlawful restraint of a retail theft suspect that affects their freedom of movement. Usually, this involves confining a person within fixed boundaries … [Read more...]

Great information and insight
June 13, 2018 by djpoland from United States
I have been listening to this podcast now for several months. It is one of the best sources of information concerning crime, security, and ways of making your home and business safe. Keep up the good work. Thank you for all you do to help so many people. DJ in Scottsburg, IN
Interesting, provocative, relevant and riveting
July 29, 2017 by Lindapre from United States
This is a very valuable service and I appreciate this high level of expertise to keep me knowledgeable, safe and sound. Everyone should subscribe and stay well-informed. Thanks Chris!
10 reasons why burglars might choose your home
July 28, 2017 by binwoodside from United States
I am not one of those people who believes there is a bad guy behind every bush but Chris offers good advice that can be very useful to all of us. His tips can prevent us experiencing a home robbery due to our own carelessness. It amazes me that people use social media to advertise their absence from their homes. There are plenty of other points of carelessness Chris describes that also advertises to burglars. His voice is easy to understand and listen.
Educational eye-opening strategies for crime prevention
October 22, 2015 by taylor826 from United States
He pretty much covers the gamut of high-risk scenario from personal safety to commercial property security. He provides insights to how criminals could perceive potential victims as vulnerable. I don't own commercial property or a business, but the security best practices he outlines which mitigate potential crimes in multiple industries, also increases my awareness to avoid such businesses/locations that don't implement those policies. You don't want to be in the wrong place at the wrong time.
Excellent content
July 1, 2015 by Ken Burgin from Australia
Chris has been the ‘crime doctor’ for many businesses over the years - not much he hasn’t seen and fixed! Great to have his expertise coming to us directly through his podcast interviews. Highly recommended!
Crime School Radio is a Winner!
June 18, 2015 by Liquor License Advisor from United States
As a security expert, Chris McGoey was and continues to be a trailblazer. First, his informative website and book. Now this convenient, cutting-edge and educational podcast. Chris has an uncanny knack for knowing just what the world needs. With this show, he delivers vital information on safety and security in plain language that everyone can benefit from.
Helpful Content for Retail and LEO
May 21, 2015 by StandardOfTruth from United States
Chris is an industry expert with real world experience. It is also refreshing to hear a security podcast with crystal clear audio and presented in a professional way.
Fantastic! Informative and relevant.
May 13, 2015 by isntrocketscience from United States
I have seen Chris McGoey several times as a security expert on TV so I was curious to hear his Crime School podcast. As expected the podcast provides valuable information for keeping us safe and useful ideas for everyday life. I plan to listen to every episode. Keep 'em coming Chris.
Home Security Safe Room
May 13, 2015 by TimInArizona from United States
Outstanding! Very thorough. I would like to see police departments link to this audio as part of their crime prevention education of their citizens.
Great show about crime and loss prevention
May 12, 2015 by CrimeRx from United States
A great resource for new and veteran crime prevention practitioners. I have subscribed so I won't miss and episode.