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Patterdale Recovery Limited

Service

Case Investigation

Thorough fraud investigation with detailed evidence gathering, witness identification, and court-ready reporting for legal proceedings.

38%

Recovery Rate (when action follows)

300+

Investigations Completed

85%

Identity Identification Rate

95%

Client Satisfaction

Overview

What this involves

Our case investigation service provides a comprehensive, independent investigation of your fraud claim from start to finish. Whether you're considering legal action, need evidence for law enforcement, or simply want to understand what happened, our certified investigators build a complete picture of the fraud.

Every investigation begins with a detailed case reconstruction. We analyse financial records, communications, contracts, and any digital evidence to establish a clear timeline of events. This timeline forms the foundation for all subsequent legal and recovery actions.

Our investigators combine traditional investigative techniques with modern OSINT (Open Source Intelligence) methods. We identify fraudsters, their associates, and the infrastructure they use to operate. This intelligence is critical for both recovery efforts and law enforcement referrals.

The final deliverable is a professional investigation report prepared to evidentiary standards. This report can be used in civil proceedings, criminal referrals, insurance claims, regulatory complaints, and any other formal proceedings where evidence of fraud is required.

Coverage

What we investigate

  • Full case reconstruction and timeline analysis
  • Financial transaction flow mapping
  • Communication and correspondence analysis
  • Identity verification of fraudsters
  • OSINT investigation and digital footprint analysis
  • Evidence preservation and chain of custody
  • Witness identification and statements
  • Corporate structure and entity mapping
  • Pattern analysis (serial fraudster identification)
  • Regulatory breach identification

Process

How we work, step by step

  1. 1

    Evidence Collection & Review

    We gather all available evidence - transactions, communications, screenshots, contracts - and organise it into a structured evidence package.

    1-2 weeks

  2. 2

    Case Reconstruction

    Our investigators build a detailed timeline of events, mapping the fraud from initial contact through to the loss of funds.

    2-4 weeks

  3. 3

    Investigation & Intelligence

    We use OSINT, database searches, and investigative techniques to identify the perpetrators and their network.

    3-6 weeks

  4. 4

    Report & Recommendations

    We deliver a comprehensive investigation report with clear findings, evidence, and recommendations for next steps.

    1-2 weeks

Typical timeline

  • • Evidence collection and review: 1-2 weeks
  • • Case reconstruction: 2-4 weeks
  • • Active investigation: 3-6 weeks depending on complexity
  • • Report preparation: 1-2 weeks
  • • Total investigation timeline: typically 6-12 weeks

Fees

Transparent fee structure

Initial Case Assessment

Preliminary review of available evidence and case viability

FREE

Full Investigation

Comprehensive investigation with professional report (varies by complexity)

£500 - £2,000

Success Fee (if recovery follows)

Only applicable if investigation leads to successful recovery

15-25%

Results

Related case outcomes

Investment Platform Fraud Investigation

Client invested in what appeared to be a legitimate trading platform. Investigation revealed a sophisticated operation spanning multiple countries.

43% recoveredCase studies

FAQ

Common questions

What evidence do I need to start an investigation?

Any evidence you have is useful - transaction records, emails, screenshots, phone numbers, website URLs, social media profiles. Even minimal information can be a starting point for our investigators.

Will the investigation report be accepted in court?

Yes. Our reports are prepared to evidentiary standards with proper chain of custody documentation. They have been used successfully in courts across the UK, US, and EU.

Can you investigate if I've already lost contact with the fraudster?

Absolutely. We specialise in identifying fraudsters even when they've gone silent. OSINT techniques, database searches, and digital forensics allow us to track people down.

Do you work with police/law enforcement?

Yes. We regularly support Action Fraud reports and work with the NCA, FBI, and other agencies. Our investigation reports strengthen law enforcement cases significantly.

How much does an investigation cost?

Investigations range from £500 to £2,000 depending on complexity. We always provide a fixed quote before starting work. If the investigation leads to recovery, a success fee applies.

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