Ensuring Workplace Safety and Security Amidst Employee Threat
An HR director from a Minneapolis-based business contacted CaptureINTEL regarding an employee exhibiting signs of depression or mental illness, who had become verbally abusive towards coworkers and managers. Despite multiple offers for assistance, the employee refused help and displayed escalating behavioral concerns. The client sought our expertise to assist with the termination process and ensure the safety of their employees and property.
CaptureINTEL was hired to support the secure termination of the employee and to implement immediate security measures for the company’s building and staff. Additionally, we conducted surveillance on the individual to better understand his daily movements and identify any potential threats to the workplace or personal safety.
Through our surveillance, we discovered the employee visiting the condominium of one of his supervisors, raising concerns about the potential for retaliation or further threats. Upon learning this, we immediately alerted both the client and the local police department to ensure the safety of the client, the supervisor, and their families.
As a result, several precautionary measures were put in place, including heightened security around the business premises and the supervisor’s residence, providing the client with peace of mind during a potentially volatile situation.
This case underscores the importance of proactive security measures and the value of thorough background assessments, especially when dealing with employees exhibiting troubling behavior. CaptureINTEL’s swift intervention helped mitigate potential risks and ensured the well-being of all parties involved.
Investigating Employee Threats and Managing Workplace Security
A CEO of a large corporation reached out to CaptureINTEL seeking guidance regarding a troubling issue with one of their employees. After discussions with the client, HR, and corporate counsel, it became clear that the employee had been sending late-night, threatening emails to his supervisors, expressing violent intentions. The company was concerned about how to handle the situation and ensure the safety of the workplace.
CaptureINTEL was hired to assist with the employee’s termination and to gather further insights into his recent behavior. Through surveillance, we uncovered a troubling pattern. The employee frequently visited bars and liquor stores, indicating a potential issue with alcohol. Our investigation revealed that after consuming alcohol, the employee would send threatening emails to his colleagues late at night. The next morning, once sober, he would apologize to everyone he had contacted, unaware of the severity of his actions.
This cycle of erratic behavior persisted for several nights. To protect the company and mitigate any further risk, we delivered a formal letter to the employee, threatening legal action if he continued to engage in such conduct. Following the delivery of the letter, the employee ceased all contact, and the situation was resolved without further escalation.
This case highlights the importance of timely intervention and the need for a thorough understanding of an employee’s behavior when dealing with potential threats in the workplace. CaptureINTEL’s investigation not only helped the client manage a difficult personnel issue but also provided clarity on the root cause of the employee’s erratic behavior.