by Kim Dailey | May 31, 2016 | News, personal, vehicles
I am never surprised when I read news articles about the theft of boats, heavy equipment or expensive construction materials. It has happened so many times before and it will continue to happen; yet, boat owners continue to believe it will never happen to them. Boats...
by Kim Dailey | Apr 27, 2016 | News
Are you one of those people who flush expired or unused prescription medications down the drain? Where do these drugs go once they are flushed? They go right back into your home through your kitchen and bathroom faucets. If these expired and unused drugs weren’t...
by Kim Dailey | Apr 20, 2016 | commercial, job site, News
So many thieves are risking their own lives and the safety of others by looking for ways to steal copper. Earlier this week thieves made off with 2,000 feet of copper from the Adams Mine. A suspect is in custody in Bridgeton, Missouri for causing hundreds of...
by Kim Dailey | Apr 12, 2016 | commercial, job site, News
Even though you aren’t hearing much in the news these days about job site construction theft, that doesn’t mean it isn’t out there. Politics, murder and guns take precedence over construction theft. Did you know that 92% of construction sites experience theft...
by Kim Dailey | Mar 31, 2016 | News
Like most people, we at times have a tendency to not pay attention to the un-pleasantries going on around us. Unless of course it hits closer to home. While we were all out celebrating this past St. Patrick’s Day I was shocked to find out my friend’s daughter had been...
by Kim Dailey | Mar 18, 2016 | commercial, job site, News
The TattleTale Portable Alarm Base Unit is so tough and dependable, it continued to function after three shots from a shotgun! TattleTale portable wireless alarm systems are available for businesses, homes, and vehicles.
by Kim Dailey | Mar 17, 2016 | News
In 1989, then Detective Sergeant Thomas Kontinos with the Lee County Sheriff’s Office in Ft. Myers, Florida was assigned to a Federal Task Force to investigate the murder of a Drug Enforcement Agency informant who was scheduled to testify before a Federal Grand Jury...
by Kim Dailey | Mar 10, 2016 | commercial, job site, News, personal
Gun Control is a hot topic in the news and a controversial political topic. Could it be because of the pending elections for a new president? Could it be because there is an alarming rate of shootings in our schools and other public places? Could it be because...
by Kim Dailey | Mar 3, 2016 | News
Too many companies make the mistake of only conducting background checks of their new hires. Often times, an employee is arrested, charged and prosecuted for a crime and the employer may never know. Suppose one of your truck drivers is arrested over the weekend for...
by Kim Dailey | Feb 17, 2016 | News
If your business sells gift cards, you need “checks and balances” in place; whether you sell them by cash or credit card. Business owners should always verify their employees are giving a receipt for gift cards, especially if the customer is making a purchase in cash....
by Kim Dailey | Jan 15, 2016 | News
Here’s a perfect example as to why. Read the NBC-2 News article. When it comes to protecting your brand and your business, why would you not do a thorough background screening search on your applicants? In this case I am curious as to why the company that employed...
by Kim Dailey | Dec 31, 2015 | News
That was what three boat thieves were thinking when they stole a 36 foot, $300,000, Center Console fishing boat off someone’s boat lift in Fort Myers. But catch them they did, but at what cost? The 20-hour ordeal landed them in hot water 300 miles off Mexico. Florida...
by Kim Dailey | Dec 23, 2015 | News
These tips are good for the Holidays but I utilize them all year long. When you’re Out Shopping: Don’t carry a lot of cash, use a credit card for purchases. Place all your purchases in the trunk of you vehicle. Place anything of value inside your vehicle out of site...
by Kim Dailey | Dec 22, 2015 | News
Here we are approaching another Christmas and New Year 2016. Can you believe it? I do hope before the end of the year all of our customers and businesses out there are communicating with their accountants a list of any last minute deductions they can benefit from for...
by Kim Dailey | Dec 19, 2015 | News
What do you call someone or somebody who steals from the poor, for themselves? I’m really taken back. I still can’t wrap my arms around it. The church I attend in Pasco County had its trailer stolen with nearly $4,500.00 worth of toys and food donations that we have...
by Kim Dailey | Dec 15, 2015 | News
Remember there are criminals among us no matter where we are. Whether you’re running from store to store trying to pick up the perfect Holiday gift or just managing your daily routine. We at eGuarded recommend you be cognizant of your surroundings. Unfortunately,...
by Kim Dailey | Dec 4, 2015 | News
Burglaries happen every day. Homes without security systems are much more susceptible to break-ins than those with security. Why not invest in the gift of safety and security for your loved ones this holiday’s season? I did. The perfect gift. My niece and her husband...
by Kim Dailey | Nov 18, 2015 | News
Thomas Kontinos, our lead Private Investigator, providing a Security awareness presentation to Tampa Realtors for Carrollwood Caravan. If you would like more security information for your group or business, feel free to give us a call.
by Kim Dailey | Nov 11, 2015 | News
Today we would like to take a moment to thank all of our Veterans and their families, both locally and abroad, for fighting for our freedom. We salute you.
by Kim Dailey | Nov 9, 2015 | News
What do all of these things have in common? Yes, a Steve Martin and John Candy movie, as well as forms of transportation. What does a tow truck, semi-trailer and a boat have in common? Yes, forms of transportation too but also property that was recently stolen in...
by Kim Dailey | Nov 3, 2015 | News
I was reading an article online today about construction theft being a very lucrative business, especially heavy equipment. It stated the loss could be estimated at $300 million to $ 1 billion in the United States alone and that’s each year. This is all happening...
by Kim Dailey | Oct 27, 2015 | News
We here at eGuarded believe in Prevention and Protection. We do our part in making sure communities can offer a safe haven for kids on Halloween. One of our sales representatives participated in a Trunk-or-Treat event at Keystone Community Church in Pasco County this...
by Kim Dailey | Oct 2, 2015 | News
Tampa Bay once again makes a big splash with their Annual Boat Show. Amazing and well worth the drive! eGuarded and Card Systems are here demonstrating our Tattletale and Clover devices which protect your assets along with your payments on this 2nd day of the Pin...
by Kim Dailey | Oct 1, 2015 | News
Now that new construction has come back to Southwest Florida, so have the criminals. Now more than ever, with the rising costs of materials and tools, business owners must take extra care to ensure the security of all their assets! NBC-2 Reports on Increased Thefts in...
by Kim Dailey | Sep 28, 2015 | News
I recently got my hands on a Soundings Trade Only Aug. 19th newsletter for Boat Dealers. It stated that Florida ranks highest among all 5O states in the number of boat thefts. Tampa only second to Miami. I guess I wasn’t surprised since Florida has the best weather...
