Scott and Seth Keep Skyscraper Safe

March 15, 2024

Faces light up when Seth walks through the lobby to report for work every weekday morning. Seth, a three-year-old black Labrador, and his handler, Scott, a retired NYPD sergeant, are a highly-trained MSA Security explosive detection canine team that works to keep a 20-story office building in Manhattan safe. Their job requires quite a bit of footwork, sweeping incoming vehicle deliveries, unattended bags and areas far and wide in a building that spans nearly an entire city block. He’s been on the job for only a few months, but Seth keeps his nose buried in his work.

Security Professionals Part of Cruise Line Emergency Deployment Following Baltimore Bridge Collapse

March 3, 2024

The collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge on March 26 forced a popular cruise line to reroute a ship to pick up passengers. Allied Universal quickly deployed 28 security professionals via chartered bus from Baltimore to Port Norfolk to meet the ship and screen boarding passengers. Thank you to everyone involved who helped keep operations running for the customer and ensured that cruisers’ vacation plans sailed on.

Security Professionals Aid in Search for Missing Seattle Child

March 2, 2024

Assistant Account Manager Kagei and Security Supervisors Gale and Tweedy were on duty at a beloved brand’s Global Security Operations Center when they received a missing child report from staff. The team searched the last known location — a retail store — and provided CCTV footage to the Seattle Police Department within minutes. Thanks to their swift response, the missing child was soon found safe. This incident highlights the meaningful impact of their work and the importance of collaboration between security professionals and law enforcement in real-world situations.

Las Vegas Security Professional Saves Overdose Victim with CPR Intervention

March 2, 2024

Las Vegas Security Professional Gilbert recently responded to a critical situation near the Red Dragon Casino, where he discovered an individual in distress, unresponsive and showing signs of overdose. Security Professional Gilbert immediately dialed 911 and began administering CPR chest compressions. He was able to sustain the individual's breathing until the fire department arrived, at which time emergency responders took over and transported the individual to the hospital for further care.

Detection Dog Spotlight: Austin and Zane

While Valentine’s Day is behind us, we can’t pass on sharing a feel-good love story. Meet Enhanced Protection Services canine handler Austin Sprankle and his partner Zane II. After separating for a year while Austin deployed with the U.S. Marine Corps, the pair recently reunited to resume their work as an Enhanced Protection Services Explosive Detection Canine Team. Austin admits it was extremely hard being away from his partner for 12 months but says that the love they have for one another – and their work in sniffing out explosives – is as strong as ever.