Financial Crimes Case Studies

Real-world investigations showcasing our expertise in financial fraud detection, asset recovery, and complex financial crime investigation using advanced intelligence techniques and forensic analysis.

Operation Digital Heist: $12M Cryptocurrency Fraud Recovery

Industry: FinTech Duration: 4 months Recovery: $9.2M (77%) Location: Multi-jurisdictional

The Challenge

A prominent cryptocurrency exchange discovered unauthorized transactions totaling $12 million had been moved through a complex network of digital wallets and mixing services. Traditional law enforcement faced jurisdictional challenges and technical limitations in tracking the sophisticated laundering scheme that spanned 8 countries.

Investigation Approach

Our blockchain forensics team deployed advanced cryptocurrency tracing tools and collaborated with international partners to map the transaction flow. We identified patterns indicating the involvement of a known cybercriminal organization operating from Eastern Europe.

Blockchain Analysis Cryptocurrency Tracing Dark Web Monitoring OSINT Cross-border Coordination

Key Findings

  • Identified 47 intermediate wallets used in the laundering process
  • Traced funds to 6 major cryptocurrency exchanges across 4 jurisdictions
  • Discovered connection to previous high-profile crypto heists
  • Located $9.2M in recoverable assets frozen by cooperating exchanges
  • Provided evidence leading to 3 arrests in Romania and Bulgaria

Investigation Outcome

$9.2 million recovered and returned to the client within 6 months. Our investigation provided crucial evidence for international law enforcement, resulting in the disruption of a major cybercriminal network and prevention of an estimated $50M in additional fraud attempts.

47
Wallets Traced
8
Countries
77%
Recovery Rate
3
Arrests

Corporate Embezzlement: Executive Financial Fraud Investigation

Industry: Manufacturing Duration: 6 weeks Amount: $3.7M fraudulent activity Location: United States

The Challenge

A mid-sized manufacturing company noticed irregularities in their financial statements during an audit preparation. Suspicious transactions and unexplained expense approvals pointed to potential executive-level fraud, but the company needed discrete investigation to avoid business disruption and reputation damage.

Investigation Methodology

We conducted a comprehensive forensic accounting investigation combined with digital forensics and surveillance operations. Our team analyzed 3 years of financial records, examined digital communications, and conducted discrete background investigations on key executives.

Forensic Accounting Digital Forensics Email Analysis Surveillance Asset Investigation

Discoveries

  • CFO had created 8 fictitious vendor accounts over 2 years
  • Systematic approval of fraudulent invoices totaling $3.7M
  • Funds diverted to personal investments and luxury purchases
  • Evidence of document forgery and authorization code manipulation
  • Discovery of offshore accounts in the Cayman Islands

Resolution

Complete evidence package delivered to client and law enforcement. The CFO was terminated, criminally prosecuted, and ordered to pay $4.1M in restitution. Our recommendations helped the client implement stronger financial controls, preventing future fraud.

Investment Ponzi Scheme: Multi-State Financial Fraud Investigation

Industry: Investment Services Duration: 8 months Victims: 450+ investors Amount: $28M fraudulent scheme

The Investigation

Multiple state securities regulators requested our assistance investigating a suspected Ponzi scheme operating across 12 states. The investigation required tracking complex financial flows, identifying victims, and building a comprehensive case for prosecution.

Methodology & Tools

We deployed a multi-disciplinary team including forensic accountants, digital investigators, and field agents to unravel the scheme's structure and identify all parties involved.

Financial Flow Analysis Victim Identification Asset Tracing Database Analysis Multi-state Coordination

Impact

Our investigation led to the arrest of 5 individuals and recovery of $18.5M in assets. The comprehensive victim database we created enabled efficient distribution of recovered funds, with 78% of victims receiving significant restitution.

Financial Crimes Division Performance

$847M
Total Assets Recovered
94%
Case Success Rate
1,200+
Cases Completed
67
Countries Served
89 days
Average Resolution

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