Why do Traditional Alarms Fail in Sophisticated Smash-and-Grabs?

Traditional alarm systems often fail in modern smash-and-grab incidents because they operate on an outdated model: entry occurs, a sensor triggers, an alarm sounds, and police may or may not respond.

Sophisticated criminals plan around this timeline, using power tools and precision cut-ins to steal high-value inventory in minutes, as evident in the latest jewelry store burglary.

Delays in police response, frequent false alarms, and reliance on video recording for evidence rather than prevention all contribute to the ineffectiveness of conventional alarms. In short, by the time a traditional system reacts, the crime is already complete.

Verified security systems, like Sonitrol’s, address these weaknesses by detecting attempted entry early, confirming real threats in real time, and ensuring rapid police response, turning reactive alarms into proactive protection.