Falkirk food bank suffers its fifth break-in this year, impacting resources for vulnerable community members.
A security firm said it gets broken into the most. This is true for Falkirk commercial properties. It’s happened a lot recently.
Harrison Crawford manages the food bank. He spoke about their struggles after crimes. Repairs and more security cost a lot. It’s been very frustrating for everyone there. They are dealing with many problems.
Thieves stole laptops and food. They also took microwaves and kettles. These items helped people in bad situations. The food bank spent thousands on security efforts. They fixed windows and installed cameras. Local businesses and folks help a lot.
Businesses replaced the stolen laptops. The security company gave them good deals too. Volunteers restock the shelves constantly. The community helps reduce the financial impact a lot.
These break-ins don’t seem random at all. They seem to be done by experienced criminals. The criminals come from the roof. They cover cameras with ivy. Then they break the skylight to enter.
Reinforced fiberglass didn’t stop them. The thieves smashed the sensors recently. This stopped the alarms from working. Police and engineers suggested things. They tried making the place more secure.
Crawford believes it’s the same people each time. They learn more with each break-in instance. “They know how to avoid preventative measures,” he said. It all feels kind of hopeless, right?
The community helps a great deal. Still, they are stealing from vulnerable people. It’s a community food bank, not just theirs. They help many folks facing hard times.
They give food to the homeless. The food bank also serves abuse survivors. Folks who lost jobs also get help. Plus, they help asylum seekers too. The caring community keeps them going.