Rich celebrities in LA are putting in place bulletproof cars, reenforce windows, add barbed wire and install safe rooms because of a rising number of homicides and break-ins.
The report found that private security firms have seen a massive increase in business as they rush to handle the wealthy's requests for additional protections, an ominous data point about crime, but probably moreso about its perception by the most privileged members of society.
The president and CEO of International Protective Security said it has been busy. We understand the seriousness of the situation. Business has doubled.
High castles.
The late October robbery at the Encino home of "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Dorit Kemsley, who lost $1 million in luxury handbags, jewelry, watches and more, was a high-profile crime. The actor and former host of the Black Entertainment Television show escaped a robbery in November, and the philanthropist was shot and killed during an attempted break-in at her home this month.
It is worth pointing out that Americans perception of crime isn't always in line with reality. Since the 1980s, violent crime has declined steeply and consistently.
Hollywood's elite are armed. One source told The Hollywood Reporter that Rodeo Drive has more security cameras per square foot than any other city in the world. Bryan Peele, president and founder of the LA-based Estate Managers Coalition, told the publication that celebrities are buying fully-equipped safe rooms that include internet and other luxurious amenities.
It is only a matter of time until thieves start hitting less fortified targets. The owner of theGrove shopping center said recent events are disturbing but will likely impact the less affluent more.
Small businesses are the underpinning of the Los Angeles economy. Maybe individual restaurant owners and shopkeepers can't afford that.
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