Friday 5 February, 2010

BSIA welcomes the latest cash-in-transit convictions

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has welcomed the sentencing of four cash-in-transit robbers, which took place at Liverpool Crown Court yesterday (4th February).

The offenders, who were responsible for a spate of cash-in-transit robberies in the spring and summer of last year, received hefty sentences totalling 28 years 8 months.

James Kelly, BSIA Chief Executive, comments: "The BSIA welcomes this sentence, which sends a clear message to any would-be criminals who may be considering future crimes. Last year, the cash-in-transit industry suffered over 1000 attacks in the UK, leaving 176 crew members and a Police Officer seriously injured. This is not a victimless crime and often members of the public are caught up in the trauma, often suffering injury."

"The BSIA has always worked closely with all police forces, Merseyside in particular, and our thanks go to their officers for their dedication in bringing these men to justice."

Ashley Bailey, Section Chairman of the BSIA's Cash and Valuables in Transit section, adds: "Yesterday's sentencing provides another reminder of the serious nature of cash-in-transit robbery. The security industry remains committed to its ongoing partnership with Government and the Police to combat this serious crime and thanks to advances in technology, criminals now stand a significant chance of getting caught and prosecuted."

For more information about the work of the BSIA's Cash and Valuables in Transit section, click here.