Hickory Hill, Whitehaven, Raleigh: Where Memphis Needs Security the Most
A ground-level look at security conditions in three Memphis neighborhoods where businesses are fighting crime with private guards, cameras, and sheer stubbornness.
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Memphis Crime Statistics 2021 Year in Review: 342 Homicides and a City Searching for Answers
Memphis recorded 342 homicides in 2021, breaking the previous year's record. We break down every major crime category and what the numbers mean for 2022.
Tennessee Security Guard Licensing in 2022: What's Changed and What Hasn't
TDCI restructured its detection services programs in 2021. Here's what Tennessee security guard licensing looks like in 2022 and how to navigate the process.
Strickland's State of the City Bet Big on Policing. Where Does Private Security Fit?
Mayor Strickland touted SCORPION's 566 arrests and new police funding in his State of the City. But with MPD stretched thin, Memphis businesses are filling the gap themselves.
How to Pick a Security Company in Memphis Without Getting Burned
A practical buyer's guide to hiring a security company in Memphis. TDCI license checks, insurance requirements, red flags, and questions every property manager should ask.
The Security Guard Shortage Isn't Going Away and Memphis Companies Are Paying the Price
Memphis security firms face rising wages, 100%+ turnover, and brutal competition from FedEx and Amazon for the same labor pool. Here's what it means for your contracts.
Memphis Carjackings Hit Crisis Levels and Businesses Are Scrambling to Respond
With roughly 30 vehicles stolen daily, Memphis faces a carjacking and auto theft crisis in 2022. Here's what businesses and residents are doing to protect themselves.
MPD's SCORPION Unit Made 566 Arrests in Three Months. Here's What Private Security Should Know
Memphis Police's SCORPION unit racked up 566 arrests since October. We examine what the aggressive policing strategy means for private security operations across Shelby County.
Memphis Ended 2021 With 342 Homicides. Here's What That Means for Security in 2022
Memphis broke its homicide record for the second straight year. We break down what 342 killings mean for private security demand, guard wages, and property managers across Shelby County.
Memphis Security Industry 2021 Year in Review: Record Violence, Record Demand
From record homicides to guard shortages and rising wages, 2021 reshaped Memphis private security. Here's what happened and what comes next.