Local security firm NSA going out of business
NSA Security Forces, a private security firm in Washington, is going out of business.
Founder and President Russell Crupe, a former corrections officer and state constable, said Wednesday the downturn in natural gas drilling industry over the past 18 months and increased competition played a part in his decision.
“It’s like the song says. ‘You have to know when to hold ’em. Know when to fold ’em,'” he said.
Crupe said he made the decision in February and started informing his clients. The phone will be manned at the Jefferson Avenue office as he finalizes business transactions.
At one time, the firm employed more than 100 security officers, who provided services for commercial and industrial sites, sporting events, schools and traffic control.
Crupe started the company Nov. 1, 2009.
“Some stuff happened that is beyond my control. The only way to deal was to inform the (clients) and pay all the employees in full,” Crupe said. “I don’t know if the business will reopen or not. I’m not sure what the future holds.”
NSA supported and/or provided security for several regional organizations, including the David Bradford House and Whiskey Rebellion Festival, National Duncan Glass Society and the Heinz History Center.