What should I do during a robbery?
Being involved in a robbery is often a traumatic time for all of
those involved. Hopefully this won't happen to you.
Here is some advice to try and keep you safe in a robbery
situation:
- Stay calm and try not to panic.
- Do not take risks. Avoid sudden movements and
explain any overt actions you are about to make. An armed criminal
can be unpredictable and/or ruthless.
- Do not reach for pockets, handbags or activate
a hold up alarm unless you are certain you can do so without being
seen.
- Do not ‘have a go’ – goods and cash can be
replaced. Your safety and that of your colleagues and customers is
paramount.
- Do exactly as you are told
- Do not become involved. Avoid confrontational eye contact with
the raider.
- Walk away from the immediate area, but only if
there are barriers between you and the offenders.
What should I do afterwards?
- Contact the police on 999.
- Give them any descriptions of the offender(s)
and the vehicle and whether anyone has been injured.
- Secure the premises and stop trading. This
gives the police the best possible chance of finding forensic
evidence.
Raid Control
Cheshire Constabulary supports Raid-Control, a national crime
reduction initiative that aims to raise security standards in
retail premises, thereby reducing the potential for commercial
robbery and creating safer working environments.
To achieve Raid-Control accreditation, retailers need to
complete five standards;
- Have staff trained in raid awareness
- Have cash management systems in place
- Have time delay systems in use
- Have camera(s) in operation
- Make sure stolen cash is traceable using money staining
equipment
For more information, please go to Raid Control's
website.