Over the last few years, we have noticed there has been a very large increase in online scams with scammers manipulating the subject into giving them money and gifting them various items.

As private detectives in Bristol, our role is to gather detailed information about perpetrators. Providing our clients with comprehensive findings. In the past month, we’ve tackled several scam cases, including one where a client lost over £1.5 million—his life savings—to a scammer. After a thorough investigation, we uncovered the true identity of the individual. Our client has now shared our findings with the police, who are actively addressing the matter.

Avoiding Online Scams

When communicating with someone online, make sure to gather all their information. Use FaceTime or a webcam to verify that the person you’re speaking to matches their online portrayal. This helps ensure you’re interacting with the right individual.

Scammers often take weeks or even months to build an online relationship, gradually pulling in their targets. Eventually, they request money for things like medical bills or legal fees, typically asking for bank transfers or cryptocurrency to avoid leaving a trace.

For more information on the different types of investigations we offer take a look on our Investigations & Background Checks page. We are here to help you find the evidence & answers you require. If you have concerns regarding an individual you are speaking to online we are here to help you get the truth. Contact us today on 0117 327 0114 for a free confidential discussion.