The Small Problem of Internal Theft – Atlanta Georgia

Only on the rarest of occasions does internal theft start with someone shoving a big screen TV out of the back door just before closing time; or an associate in the cash office making off with $500 from a register. Internal theft normally starts off much smaller and builds and builds over time. Maybe they’ll start off by stealing a CD, then move to a camera; a DVD player becomes a boom box, then when they’ve finally worked up the nerve and found the flaws in your security system that’s when they go for the big score.

Assume at all times that there is a thief in the building and act accordingly. It is far better to catch the individual mentioned above after they’ve stolen a $16.99 CD than after they’ve ran off with a $1600 television, right? Look for the signs. A thief needs privacy to work, so pay attention to anyone who is always arriving early or staying late. Sure, they may be a truly dedicated worker, but then again they could be casing the joint. It’s always best to be sure.

A number of thieves work with outside individuals, so be aware of anyone who always has their buddies coming up to the workplace and hanging out. They may be sweet hearting merchandise to that individual, or that buddy may be on the receiving end of that big screen when it goes out the back door. Keep an eye out for people who are always borrowing money from other associates or those who are going through a rough personal ordeal. These can all be triggers that can turn an ordinarily trustworthy employee into a candidate for internal theft.

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