A weekly roundup of headlines, hero moments, and tools that matter to today’s security professionals — from patrol tech to frontline protection.
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Security Guard Fatally Shot College Dean in California
Jesse Figueroa, a security guard at Spartan College of Aeronautics in Inglewood, California, has been charged with murder following the fatal shooting of the school’s dean of student affairs, Cameisha Clark. Authorities say the shooting stemmed from a workplace dispute and Figueroa faces life in prison if convicted.
Published: May 7, 2025
Man charged with murder in the death of LA-area technical college dean | AP News
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Woman Says Guard Made Her Prove Her Gender
A woman in Boston says a hotel security guard forcibly removed her from a women’s restroom and demanded she “prove” she was a woman by showing ID. The Liberty Hotel says security was responding to a two-person stall report, but the woman and her partner say the guard wrongly profiled her.
Published: May 6, 2025
Woman says security guard kicked her out of women’s restroom, asked her to ‘prove her gender’
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Guard’s Lightning-Fast Reflexes Go Viral
On only his second day on the job, Florida guard Christopher Owens caught a rock mid-air during a guest altercation at the Margaritaville resort in Fort Myers Beach. The dramatic moment was captured on video and viewed over a million times on social media.
Published: May 7, 2025
Viral Security Guard's Catch Stopped Chaos at Margaritaville
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South Carolina Guard Killed Shielding Patrons
Florence County security officer Melvin Gibson was shot and killed while blocking armed individuals from entering a nightclub. Officials say his actions likely prevented a mass casualty event, and he is being hailed as a hero by law enforcement and the local community.
Published: May 12, 2025
‘I just really miss him’: Family remembers Florence County nightclub security guard killed in shooting
Tools & Tech for Security Pros
“Uber for Guards” Hits Major Cities
A new app called Protector lets clients book licensed security on demand — from personal bodyguards to mobile patrols. Popular with celebrities and businesses, it’s drawn attention for bringing convenience and professionalism to private protection.
Published: May 2025
https://www.protectorapp.com/
Bodycams + Mobile Reports Are Now the Standard
More companies are issuing body-worn cameras paired with app-based incident reporting tools. Guards can now file real-time reports, GPS-track patrols, and submit video evidence right from their phones — boosting transparency and safety.
Published: May 2025
https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/100218-mobile-security-operations-on-the-rise
Robot Patrols Are Here
Hospitals, campuses, and tech campuses are deploying security robots like the K5 model to monitor parking lots and hallways. These machines use 360-degree cameras, sensors, and AI to detect threats, while live-streaming footage to human teams.
Published: May 2025
https://www.knightscope.com/robots/
Fun Fact
Did you know there are more security guards in the U.S. than police officers? As of 2025, the U.S. has around 1.1 million guards, outnumbering the nation’s roughly 666,000 sworn officers. You’re part of the largest protective workforce in the country.
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