Crime takes a big bite out of small businesses.
During 1999 in Charlotte-Mecklenburg, there were 3,577 commercial burglaries and about 590 robberies. The loss from many of these crimes could have been reduced or even prevented altogether if business owners had taken some additional precautions. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department can help make your business less vulnerable to theft. Call your police district and ask for a free security survey. In the meanwhile, here are some suggestions to follow on your own.