Private Security Reportedly Booming In Detroit, But Not An Option For All

By Tom Knighton

In 1987, the movie Robocop predicted Detroit would be something of a failed state in the year 2043. As it’s only 2019, let’s be honest for a moment. The filmmakers weren’t that far off in their prediction.

The Detroit of today isn’t about to be saved by a cybernetic cop back from the dead. Oh, they could use Robocop, but it’s not an option.

However, those who can afford are turning to the private sector for help.

When Detroit filed for bankruptcy in 2013 and made major budget cuts, it set off a wave of police officers leaving the force to find better-paying opportunities in other cities. The resulting police shortage and ongoing retention problem has brought another wave — of private security companies.

It’s become a booming industry here in recent years, with the largest contractor, Securitas, reporting 25% year-over-year growth since the city’s bankruptcy.

Another successful player in the business is Threat Management Center, run by ex-Army paratrooper Dale Brown. His 60-person VIPER force serves a client roster of over 5,000 private citizens and 100 businesses. Altogether, he said, the company brings in about $2 million a year.

Those who can afford it are turning to private security to protect them.

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Source:: Bearing Arms