In June of 2010, Rodolfo Torre Cantu, a physician, and politician running for governor of the Mexican State of Tamaulipas was assassinated while driving in a non-armored two-vehicle scenario. This incident provides one of the better lessons learned. We had unusual access to information concerning the attack, along with detailed photos taken at the ambush scene, and a video from a gas station surveillance camera. Although the video was taken from a long distance, we were able to watch the beginning stages of the ambush.
Using forensic data gathered from the gas station video, pictures taken shortly after the assassination, dimensions taken from Google Maps, we managed to put together a timeline of what happened seconds before the incident.
ISDA is working on an online training program that will cover the effect of technology on Secure Transportation.
Additional Resources
For those with an interest in Security Driving, Secure Transportation, or Executive Protection, the International Security Driver Association (ISDA) offers several resources worth considering.
One option is to sign up for the ISDA’s LinkedIn Newsletter, “Security Driver Journal,” a twice-monthly educational email publication that contains articles written specifically for the Security Driver/Secure Transportation community. This resource provides continuing education and benchmark research to help improve your skillset and advance your business.
Another resource is the ISDA’s YouTube channel, which features playlists containing videos covering topics such as Case Studies of Vehicle Attacks, Security Driving, Armored Vehicles, and the Business of Security.
Those interested in connecting with other professionals in the industry can also follow the ISDA’s LinkedIn page, which provides educational content on various topics related to Security Driving and Secure Transportation, including Armored Vehicles, Secure Transportation Business Metrics and Data, Surveillance Detection, The Change in Executive Vehicles, and Case Studies, Including Lessons Learned.
Lastly, visitors can check out the ISDA Store for hats, t-shirts, decals, and other merchandise related to the organization and secure transportation.