"What often goes unnoticed is that prevention is not only about the presence of guards or technology, but about intelligence gathering, layered defenses, and advance planning. In this case, some measures may have been effective, such as establishing perimeters and screening, but once a determined attacker is willing to use violence in a crowded, public-facing space, the margin for prevention narrows dramatically."
"What could have been improved is proactive intelligence-sharing and closer coordination between private security and law enforcement. However, we must also acknowledge the reality: security teams often work under manpower, budget, and jurisdictional constraints. It is impossible to promise 100% prevention, but it is possible to minimize risks through preparation, training, and rapid"
"This ultimately is tied to a broader trend we're seeing where people seem more likely to take violent action around polarizing issues of any kind. The conversation that's important for us to have as security professionals is how can we stay ahead of these risks."
The killing of Charlie Kirk on Sept. 10 highlighted an elevated risk climate affecting political life and beyond. Security professionals report a broader trend of individuals taking violent action around polarizing issues. Prevention relies on intelligence gathering, layered defenses, perimeter controls, screening, and advance planning, but determined attackers reduce the margin for prevention in crowded, public-facing spaces. Improved proactive intelligence-sharing and closer coordination between private security and law enforcement can reduce risk. Security teams face constraints in manpower, budgets, and jurisdiction, making 100% prevention impossible but risk minimization achievable through preparation, training, and rapid response.
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