Security Expert Says Churches can be Susceptible to Crime

From: 9 WSOCTV News

CHARLOTTE, N.C. —
Every weekend, thousands of people gather at houses of worship across the Charlotte area. They are places many go to find peace. But security experts say that doesn't mean criminals leave churches and temples alone.

"They view churches and other ministries as an easy target," said Carl Chinn, a church security expert and author.

Chinn said that as security at places like schools, malls and airports increases, criminals will look for easy access somewhere else, and that a house of worship by nature welcomes people in.

"It's a sacred place, but it needs to be a safe place," said Reverend Jim Martin, the church business administrator at Providence Baptist Church.

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Anger Grows Over Church's Handling Of Criminal Investigation

From: Fox News Charlotte

CHARLOTTE, NC - More parents come forward with concerns about how Victory Christian Center and its school handled sex crime charges against an employee that also involved a minor.

Those parents believe the pastor needs to talk about what happened and address the impact on the children.

"Are they going to be open and honest or are they going to make it seem not as serious as it really is?"

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Sheriff: Concealed Weapon Saves Church From Man Armed With Shotgun

From: CBS Charlotte
"A South Carolina sheriff is praising a man with a concealed weapons permit who helped disarm someone who kicked in the door of a church armed with a shotgun."

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Note: Many comments have come into me asking for information on how many incidents occur at churches involving concealed weapons. Unfortunately, there has never been an easy way to respond to this. This story does point to a good outcome for having a concealed weapon in a church.