Fraud Investigations

Fraud Investigations & Examination Services

Our Fraud Investigations & Examination Services provide a structured, investigation-led approach to examining allegations of fraud, analysing evidence, and compiling a complete investigative case suitable for legal or regulatory processes.

This service is not surveillance-based. It focuses on the professional examination, verification, and documentation of fraud matters, using the investigator’s time to analyse information, compile findings, and prepare formal documentation required for further action.

The service is suitable for individuals, companies, attorneys, insurers, and institutions requiring assistance with fraud matters before or during engagement with law enforcement or legal proceedings.

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Purpose Of Fraud Investigation & Examination

Fraud investigations are conducted to:

• Establish what occurred, how it occurred, and who was involved

• Analyse transactions, documents, and representations

• Quantify and document losses

• Prepare a structured case for criminal or civil processes

• Support decision-making prior to laying charges or instituting legal action

The objective is to convert suspicion or allegations into a properly examined, evidence-based case file.

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Scope Of Fraud Investigation Services

Case Intake & Examination

• Detailed consultation with the client or complainant

• Review of all available documents, records, and evidence

• Chronological reconstruction of events

• Identification of fraud methods and mechanisms

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Evidence Review & Analysis

• Examination of financial records, invoices, contracts, and correspondence

• Identification of forged, altered, or misleading documentation

• Analysis of discrepancies, misrepresentations, or irregular activity

• Verification of representations made by the subject

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Case Compilation & Documentation

• Preparation of a structured fraud investigation docket

• Drafting of formal investigation reports

• Assistance with drafting witness statements and affidavits

• Compilation of evidence indexes and annexures

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Liaison & Support

• Visits to clients, witnesses, or relevant parties

• Assistance with lodging matters at police stations where required

• Professional support during handover to attorneys or authorities

All work is performed using billable investigation hours, allocated according to the complexity and requirements of the matter.

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Important Scope Clarification

To ensure transparency, please note:

• This service does not include surveillance

• Background checks, intelligence gathering, OSINT, asset tracing, or database enquiries are not included and are billed separately if required

• Investigator time is billed strictly for examination, analysis, documentation, and case preparation

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Reporting & Deliverables

Clients receive professional documentation which may include:

• A comprehensive fraud investigation report

• A structured case docket suitable for submission

• Chronological findings and analysis

• Draft witness statements or affidavits

• Professional conclusions and recommendations

• Guidance on next legal or procedural steps

All documentation is prepared to a professional and attorney-ready standard.

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Legal & Compliance Framework

• Conducted strictly in accordance with South African law

• Fully POPIA-compliant

• No unlawful access to systems or private data

• Investigations conducted objectively and without prejudice

• Suitable for criminal, civil, or regulatory processes

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Billing Structure (Overview)

• Services are billed on an hourly basis

• Hours are utilised for investigation, examination, documentation, and liaison

• Travel time and visits are billed as part of investigator time

• Additional services are billed separately where applicable

• Services rendered on a best-effort basis

(Exact hour selections are available via the product configuration.)

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Confidentiality & Discretion

• Strict confidentiality maintained at all times

• Client identity protected

• Secure handling of all information and documentation

• Non-disclosure agreements available upon request

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Next Steps

Once selected:

1. A confidential intake and document review is conducted

2. Investigation scope and objectives are agreed

3. Fraud investigation and examination commences