Business Details
39 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Partner for Security Services in Philadelphia
Scotland Yard Security has been a trusted provider of professional security services since 1987, licensed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Our mission centers on delivering reliable, responsive, and responsible security solutions tailored to diverse client needs across Eastern and Western Pennsylvania and Washington, D.C. With over 26 years of operational experience, we specialize in deploying armed and unarmed security personnel for high-profile clients including the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the New Philadelphia Eagles Stadium, and the National Basketball Association. Our proprietary training program exceeds federal standards, ensuring officers are equipped to handle complex security challenges while maintaining cost-effectiveness through remote monitoring capabilities. The company maintains a low employee turnover rate by prioritizing fair wages, fostering long-term stability with management teams averaging 12+ years of tenure.Our quality assurance framework utilizes key performance indicators and weekly client satisfaction surveys to drive continuous improvement. Direct communication channels with executive leadership, including cell phone access to the President and Operations Director, enable rapid response to evolving client requirements. Three distinct service levelsunarmed officers, baton-certified officers, and firearm-certified officersallow customized security solutions aligned with specific risk profiles. Beyond traditional security, we offer subpoena delivery services across five Philadelphia-area counties and innovative virtual visitation programs connecting families with incarcerated loved ones. Our commitment to community extends through annual donations to Connection Training Services, supporting vocational development for disadvantaged Philadelphia residents.
Services
Armed Security Officers
Unarmed Security Officers
Executive Protection
Investigations
Subpoena Delivery
Virtual Visitation
Security Assessments
Construction Site Security
Event Security
Government Contract Security
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- Long-term stability with management teams averaging 12+ years of experience
- Low employee turnover maintained through competitive wages and benefits
- Proprietary training program meeting federal GSA standards for security personnel
- Three-tiered service levels for customized security solutions
- Direct executive communication channels for rapid client issue resolution
Services
Armed Security Officers
Certified armed security personnel trained under Pennsylvania Act 235 standards. Officers carry lethal weapons including firearms and batons for high-risk environments. Deployed at government facilities, banks, and special events requiring enhanced protection protocols.
Unarmed Security Officers
Professional security personnel without weapons for low-risk environments. Ideal for office buildings, retail spaces, and cultural institutions requiring presence-based deterrence and access control management.
Executive Protection
Specialized security services for high-profile individuals across the Tri-State area. Customized protection plans include threat assessment, route planning, and discreet security details for corporate executives and public figures.
Investigations
Comprehensive workplace investigations addressing fraud, theft, and workplace threats. Professional investigators gather evidence to support legal proceedings or facilitate out-of-court resolutions for businesses and employers.
Subpoena Delivery
Guaranteed legal document delivery across five Philadelphia-area counties. Services include serving subpoenas for state and federal courts, with specialized handling for complex legal requirements in civil, family, and criminal cases.
People
Garnett C. Littlepage
Chairman & CEO
Founder of Scotland Yard Security with over 35 years in the security industry. Established the company in 1987 and developed proprietary training programs meeting federal standards while maintaining organizational stability through experienced leadership.
Omar Wilson
President
Leads daily operations with direct communication channels for client issue resolution. Implements strategic initiatives to maintain service quality across diverse security operations in Pennsylvania and Washington, D.C.
John Davis
Security Officer
Recognized team member with four years of service. Demonstrates commitment to client needs through consistent performance and willingness to exceed standard service expectations in various security assignments.
Desmond Irving
Chief Financial Officer
Manages financial operations ensuring competitive wages for security personnel while maintaining cost-effective solutions for clients. Supports community initiatives through strategic donation programs benefiting Philadelphia residents.
Brian Tubridy
Security Manager
Regional leader overseeing Pittsburgh operations. Implements training programs and quality assurance protocols to maintain consistent service delivery across multiple locations and client environments.
Questions
What security service levels do you offer?
We provide three service levels: unarmed officers, baton-certified officers, and firearm-certified officers for customized security solutions.
Do you serve areas outside Philadelphia?
We operate throughout Pennsylvania and Washington, D.C., with offices in Philadelphia, Harrisburg, and Pittsburgh for regional coverage.
How does your training program work?
Our proprietary program meets federal GSA standards with client-specific training modules and ongoing technology instruction for security personnel.
What investigative services do you provide?
We investigate workplace fraud, theft, and threats with evidence collection to support legal proceedings or facilitate out-of-court resolutions.
Can you handle urgent security needs?
Yes, our 24/7 services and direct executive communication channels enable rapid response to emergency security requirements.
Do you offer virtual visitation services?
We provide real-time videoconferencing for families with incarcerated loved ones at our Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Erie locations.
