During Robbery
Why is it important to avoid sudden movements during the robbery?
Sudden actions can provoke the robber(s) which have potential to cause a hostage situation. It is ideal to explain what you are doing out loud so the robber is aware of your every move.
What should be done after all entrances are locked?
Activate the silent alarm.
What is the average dollar loss per offense for bank robbery? ($500 threshold for answer)
$4,213 per offense
Does the Robbery/Emergency Alert button on the intranet contact law enforcement?
No
What are the markings on the door for?
Height indicators
Where should law enforcement officials enter the building?
Wherever the robber(s) didn't.
True or False: In 2019, bank robbery only made up 1.4% of robbery locations, with street/highway robberies the highest at 34.3%.
True
According to the packet, what is the most popular day of the week to rob a bank?
Monday
List 6 things to be observant of during the robbery.
• If there is more than one robber, observe the one nearest to you
• Note any permanent or unusual physical characteristics
• Use door makers to reference height
• Recall/write down exact verbiage used during the robbery
• Safely observe how and where the robber(s) fled
• Observe any accomplices or witnesses outside
When are we allowed to discuss the robbery with media or news outlets?
Never
True or False: Grand Rapids had the second highest number of robberies in 2019 out of all other cities in Michigan.
True! We had 274 while Detroit had 2,346.
Who is the Security Manager?
Whitney Busscher
SECRET QUESTION
jk you just get points
How many witnesses should we obtain ID copies from after the robbery?
As many as possible
What percentage of robberies take place with the use of a firearm? (10% threshold for answers)
40.8%
List ALL contents of the emergency kit.
- Robbery packets
- Robbery witness and suspect description forms
- Scotch tape
- Plastic bags
- Rubber gloves
- 'Temporarily Closed' sign
- First aid kit
- Towels
- Blanket- 20 pens
List all 8 steps of what to do during a robbery in order.
1. Remain calm
2. Avoid any sudden movements
3. Comply with demands
4. Provide only the money demanded
5. If used, avoid handling robbery note
6. Be observant
7. Lock your cash drawer unless touched by robber(s)
9. Call 911 and notify supervisor immediately
Adrienne Postma
According to the handout, how many bank robberies took place in 2021 in Michigan? First team to answer gets the points!!
17
List 5 of the 9 questions we should try to ask when addressing the bomb threat via phone.
1. When is the bomb going to explode?
2. Where is it right now?
3. What does it look like?
4. What kind of bomb is it?
5. What will cause it to explode?
6. Where did you place the bomb?
7. Why?
8. What is your address?
9. What is your name?