3SI provides security support to over 147,000 locations, including but not limited to financial branches, consumer electronic stores, big box stores, ATMs & cash cassettes, pharmacies, luxury goods locations, and convenience stores. Our state-of-the-art technology protects against robberies, larcenies, burglaries, and more. Many of our partners witness the power of GPS tracking technology out in the field, and this Crime Report shows a handful of our recent success stories.
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GPS Tracker Leads to Arrests in Armed Robbery Spree
The Nitty Gritty
On January 20, 2025, police in Des Moines responded to armed robberies at three Walgreens stores. After one robbery, the stolen cash contained a GPS tracking device, which immediately began sending location updates to law enforcement. Using the tracker’s data, officers were able to apprehend the suspects in the Oakridge neighborhood within 10 minutes. The suspects were charged with multiple felonies, including first-degree robbery and conspiracy to commit a forcible felony.
Why This Matters
Armed robberies not only result in the immediate theft of cash and goods but also put lives at risk and create fear within communities. By enabling law enforcement to track criminals in real-time, our GPS technology directly contributes to public safety, ensuring that criminals are apprehended swiftly before they can cause further harm.
The 3SI Difference
By integrating our GPS tracking solutions into law enforcement efforts, retailers and police departments are equipped with a powerful tool to stop criminals quickly and efficiently. Even in cases of multiple robberies in rapid succession, our technology ensures that suspects can be located and arrested without delay, helping to protect communities and prevent future crimes.
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Cash Tracker Protects Bank
The Nitty Gritty
On November 27th, a suspect entered a bank branch in Chilliwack, approached a teller station, and presented a note demanding cash. The suspect fled the scene on foot after receiving cash and a concealed Cash Tracker. The tracker activated immediately, providing law enforcement with real-time location updates. Officers only had to track the suspect for seven blocks before making an arrest. A full recovery of the stolen cash is expected.
Why This Matters
Bank robbers endanger lives and steal millions of dollars each year, bringing fear to employees and the communities. Robberies do not just result in the loss of money. The victimized banks lose business, face possible audits and fines, and community safety is negatively impacted. With the help of our tracker, he’s been taken off the streets and won’t be committing any additional robberies.
The 3Si Difference
Financial Institutions equipped with our GPS tracking solutions are putting themselves in a good position to protect their valuable assets. Even though the robber had this all planned out with an escape route, 3Si was able to track them down shortly after and recover the stolen cash.
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Armed Suspect Taken Off the Streets
The Nitty Gritty
On October 16th, a lone male entered a bank in North Charleston, approached the teller station, displayed a firearm, and presented a note demanding cash. The teller complied, handing over the cash protected by a 3Si Cash Tracker. The suspect fled the location in a vehicle, possibly driven by an accomplice. The tracker immediately activated, enabling law enforcement to monitor the suspect’s route as he attempted to evade capture. The device led officers to a nearby location where police swiftly intercepted the suspect along with two associates. Their prompt response ensured the safe apprehension of all involved and prevented further danger to the public from an armed criminal. The firearm and all stolen cash were fully recovered, highlighting the effectiveness of 3Si’s tracking solution in bringing a swift, decisive end to a high-risk situation.
Why This Matters
This bank robbery, swiftly resolved with the aid of a Cash Tracker, underscores the dual threat of thefts: financial loss and weakened public trust. Highlighting the role of advanced security measures, this incident demonstrates their effectiveness in safeguarding assets and maintaining community safety. It stresses the necessity for banks to balance service accessibility with robust theft prevention to protect customer convenience and security.
The 3Si Difference
Banks that have implemented our GPS tracking systems are strategically enhancing the security of their assets. Our technology enabled 3Si to promptly locate them. This quick action led not only to the retrieval of the stolen money but also to the confiscation of an unlawful weapon.
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Cash Tracker Leads to Arrest in Vancouver Bank Robbery
The Nitty Gritty
On September 20th, a male suspect entered the Vancouver Branch and declared, “This is a robbery, give me $3000.” The bank teller complied, handing over an undisclosed amount of cash, including Cash Tracker™ After receiving the money, the suspect left the Branch and fled the scene in a taxi. The device was recovered by police, who used the data to identify the suspect and issue an arrest warrant. Vancouver Police, with the help of track data obtained from the Tracking Support Center (TSC), arrested the suspect at a clothing store shortly after the holdup and recovered all of the money.
Why This Matters
Financial institution robberies remain significant incidents that profoundly impact businesses and communities alike. Financial institutions often find themselves balancing the necessity of accessibility with the potential risks of theft. The occurrence of a robbery prompts a reevaluation of security measures and operational protocols. These institutions continue to prioritize customer convenience and trust, understanding that the ramifications of such crimes extend beyond immediate financial loss to potentially affecting the broader perception of safety and stability in the financial sector.
The 3SI Difference
There is a high probability of this criminal getting away with the entire amount had the bank not been equipped with a 3SI Cash Tracker™. The ability to help police track down these criminals made it easier for everyone involved to make sure the suspect was apprehended and not given the opportunity to target this community again.
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Jewelry Thief Caught Red Handed
The Nitty Gritty
On November 5th, a suspect targeted a big-box retailer in Winston-Salem, stealing jewelry valued at nearly $65,000. Among the stolen items was a concealed Jewelry Tracker, which activated and provided law enforcement with real-time location updates. The tracker guided officers to a stationary location, where the suspect was apprehended, and the full value of the stolen jewelry was recovered. This remarkable recovery prevented a significant loss, protected the retailer’s brand, and prevented future crimes by arresting the criminal.
Why This Matters
Retailers in the apparel and jewelry sectors face mounting challenges from Organized Retail Crime (ORC), which not only causes substantial financial harm but also disrupts daily operations. High-value merchandise, such as designer clothing and fine jewelry, is particularly vulnerable to theft. To counteract these threats, businesses are employing innovative security solutions like GPS tracking, which enables continuous monitoring of inventory and supports the retrieval of stolen items.
The 3SI Difference
Using our Jewelry Tracker, law enforcement successfully retrieved the stolen jewelry and apprehended the suspect involved in the theft. This enabled our client to safeguard their inventory, support justice for other nearby businesses, and stop these offenders from committing further crimes.
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ORC Crime Spree Ended
The Nitty Gritty
On October 12th, three suspects initially attempted theft at another store but left empty-handed. Thirty minutes later, they entered an athletic apparel store in Los Angeles, stealing thousands of dollars in merchandise, including a 3Si ORC Tracker among the stolen items, and fled in a vehicle with a waiting driver. Recognizing the group from previous incidents, the Retailer’s Organized Retail Crime (ORC) team provided law enforcement with the vehicle’s license plate, suspect images, and 3Si tracking data. The tracker led officers to a stationary location where police apprehended two suspects. The tracker and $1,600+ in merchandise were recovered and an ORC crime spree was ended.
Why This Matters
ORC poses a significant threat to apparel stores, leading to considerable financial losses and disrupting the retail environment by frequently targeting branded and high-value clothing items. In response, apparel stores are increasingly implementing robust security strategies, including the use of GPS tracking technology, which is crucial for real-time monitoring of merchandise and aiding in the recovery of stolen goods.
The 3SI Difference
With the help from our ORC Tracker, police were able to recover the stolen apparel and remove three criminals off the streets. Our customer was successful in protecting their own assets, bringing justice to other local businesses, and preventing any future robberies from these criminals.
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$30,000 Worth of Phones Recovered
The Nitty Gritty
On September 2nd, a suspect entered a telecommunications store with the intention of stealing. Once in the store, they stole $30,000 worth of phones, including Phone Tracker, then fled. With the help of the Tracking Support Center (TSC), law enforcement was hot on their tracks. Not only did they apprehend the suspects, but they recovered all of the phones stolen.
Why This Matters
This incident highlights the vital role that contemporary security measures play in retail protection. Through the use of such innovative technologies, the quick location and recovery of stolen items were made possible, leading to the prompt apprehension of the suspect. This underscores the significance of integrating sophisticated anti-theft systems in retail settings to safeguard merchandise and promote safety.
The 3SI Difference
The effective use of the 3SI Phone Tracker in this incident, facilitated through our close cooperation with law enforcement and the Tracking Support Center, swiftly led to the recovery of stolen items. This prompt action, made possible by our joint efforts, not only prevented further financial losses for the store but also improved community safety by removing a criminal threat from public spaces. This instance serves as a prime example of how advanced tracking technology, when paired with a coordinated response from law enforcement, can have a significant impact on protecting retail assets and bolstering efforts to prevent recurring criminal behavior.
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Tracking Data Recovers Stolen Drugs
The Nitty Gritty
On August 20th, two suspects entered the Pharmacy and demanded Prescription Drugs, implying that they were armed. The pharmacist complied and provided them with several bottles, including Pharmacy Tracker. Once the suspects fled, the local police used the tracking data to locate the suspects. Thanks to the tracking data, law enforcement tracked the suspects quickly and fully recovered the products.
The dispatch supervisor reports, “…The arrest was a direct result of the tracker information and the efforts of our Tactical Support Center (TSC) and we are thankful for our Tracking Support team member for her assistance during the tracking event.”
Why This Matters
Pharmacy robbery is a serious and growing problem. According to the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), robberies of pharmacies in the United States has increased exponentially in recent years, with some regions and localities being more susceptible than others.
While cash was the primary target for the suspects in this crime event, most pharmacies are robbed for the purpose of obtaining prescription drugs. These highly-addictive narcotics can have deadly consequences when resold on community streets.
The 3SI Difference
This successful apprehension of suspects, and recovery of stolen items, not only highlights the pivotal role of 3SI’s tracking technology in retail theft prevention, but 3SI’s Tracking Support Center. By facilitating the swift location and retrieval of stolen pharmacy products, the Pharmacy Tracker exemplified its effectiveness in real-world scenarios. This incident highlights the significance of 3SI’s innovative solutions in enhancing retail security and community safety.
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