Mobile Patrol
Integrated Mobile Patrols & K9 Security
Metropolitan Guard Services (Metro Guard) was hired to secure a high-risk industrial storage yard in Melbourne’s North. The site had a history of "jump-and-run" copper theft that standard cameras and fences couldn't stop. By replacing an ineffective static guard with a K9 Security Team and Unpredictable Mobile Patrols, Metro Guard provided a stronger deterrent and a faster response. Within the first six months, the site went from weekly break-ins to zero successful thefts. This case study highlights how our specialized K9 units provide a level of detection and physical deterrence that human guards alone cannot match.
The Challenge
The client was struggling with "Professional Trespassing." Because their sites were spread out and stored heavy machinery and raw materials (like copper and diesel), they faced:
Predictability: Thieves were timing the patrols of the previous security company. Once the patrol car left, the thieves knew they had a 2-hour window to strike.
Large Blind Spots: Standard cameras couldn't see behind large shipping containers or in unlit corners of the yards.
Slow Response: Previous providers took too long to arrive after an alarm, meaning the intruders were long gone before a guard arrived.
Rising Insurance: Repeated claims for stolen copper wiring were causing the client's insurance premiums to skyrocket.
Our Solution
Unpredictable Mobile Patrols
We stopped the "circular" patrol route. Instead, our marked patrol cars use randomized GPS-guided routes. Thieves watching the site can never guess when the next check will happen.
K9 Security Units (The Force Multiplier)
For the highest-risk sites, we deployed K9 handlers. A security dog can smell and hear an intruder from hundreds of meters away, even in total darkness. This removes the "blind spot" problem entirely.
NFC Digital Checkpoints
We installed weather-proof NFC tags at the most vulnerable parts of the fences. Our guards must scan these with their phones to prove they have physically inspected the "dark corners" of the site.
Real-Time Photo Proof
Every hour, our guards take live photos of the main gates and high-value machinery. These are uploaded to our digital portal, giving the client instant peace of mind.
24/7 Local Command Center
Our patrols are backed by a Melbourne-based control room that coordinates with Victoria Police the moment a breach is detected.
The Outcome
The implementation of the Mobile-K9 Hybrid model delivered immediate and powerful results.
Metric | Result | Impact |
Perimeter Breaches | Zero | Eliminated unauthorized site access entirely. |
Asset Recovery | $150k/Year | Saved the client the cost of machinery and diesel theft. |
Insurance Premiums | Stabilized | No new claims filed, preventing planned premium hikes. |
Response Speed | Under 10 Mins | Drastic improvement over the previous 45-minute average. |
Site Reputation | High Deterrent | Criminal intelligence suggests sites are now avoided. |
Operational Proof | 100% Audit-Ready | Automated nightly logs provided to the client at 6 AM daily. |
Services Delivered
Mobile Patrols: High-visibility vehicle sweeps.K9 Security: Professional dog handling for deep-perimeter detection.NFC Tracking: Digital verification of all guard movements.Lock-up & Un-lock: Securing all site gates and plant rooms at night.Alarm Response: Rapid intervention for triggered security systems.
“"Before Metro Guard, we were losing thousands of dollars every month to petty theft and fence cutting. Their K9 units changed everything. Intruders simply don't take the risk when they see the dogs. The digital reporting also means I never have to wonder if the guards showed up—I can see the photos and time-stamps every morning. They are the most reliable team we’ve ever worked with." ”
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