Responding: Crimes
Crime affects businesses everyday, whether it's shoplifting, robbery, vandalism, employee theft or fraud.
The following actions will benefit a business when responding to crime:
- Immediately call your local law enforcement agency by dialing 911.
- You are dealing with a crime scene. Do not touch or remove evidence from the scene. A forensics team might be dispatched to the scene and will need access to all evidence.
- Communicate response procedures to employees.
- Be sure to tell your law enforcement agency if you have any video surveillance that might be helpful to their investigation.
Virginia crime reporting hotlines:
- Terrorism: 1-866-488-8554
- Auto Theft: 1-800-947-HEAT
- Drugs: 1-800-553-DOPE
- Insurance Fraud: 1-877-623-7283
