What if Your "New Client" Isn’t Who They Say They Are?

The Reality of Identity Fraud in Global Investigations

In the private investigation and security industry, we often talk about "vetting the target." But at Swiss Security Solutions, Swiss Detective Agency™, and Private Investigator Switzerland™, our work begins much sooner. We vet the client.

Recently, a prospect approached us under a pseudonym, let’s call him "Donald Key." He was professional, articulate, and engaged in a constructive Zoom consultation. However, once our Swiss-mandated KYC (Know Your Customer) systems were activated, the mask fell away.

The "Clutch" Moment: When Systems Reveal the Truth

In Switzerland, KYC is not just a "best practice"—it is a legal shield against money laundering, organized crime, and the facilitation of illicit activities. While a prospect might present a polished alias on a website or a video call, a robust digital forensic audit tells a different story.

When our systems flagged "Donald Key" they didn't just show an error; they returned a verified legal name and a registered residential address.

Why Does Identity Fraud Matter in Investigations?

When a prospect uses an alias, it is rarely a simple "privacy concern." in about 10% In our experience, 90% of cases, it usually points to one of three risks:

1. The Stalking/Harassment Loop: The individual is attempting to use professional investigators to track a victim while remaining anonymous.

2. Criminal Insulation: The individual is part of a larger organization (often referred to in the industry as "mafia-style" entities) trying to keep their legal name off a contract.

3. Conflict of Interest: They are trying to hire us to investigate someone they are legally barred from contacting (e.g., via a restraining order).

Our Unified Response: The Power of Three

One of the greatest advantages of our group is our unified data management. When a red flag is raised in one system, it is immediately synchronized across our entire ecosystem:

• Swiss Security Solutions (including Securely Swiss®)

• Swiss Detective Agency™

• Private Investigator Switzerland™

This means that a "burned" identity cannot simply "shop around" our different branches. The moment the discrepancy is found, the individual's true legal profile is locked into our compliance database.

The Swiss Standard: Integrity Over Revenue

We often get asked: "Why not just take the money and do the work?"

The answer is simple: Integrity is our only currency. Working for an unverified or fraudulent client puts our licenses, our reputation, and our legitimate clients at risk. By enforcing strict KYC protocols, we ensure that our resources are used for justice, security, and truth—not to facilitate the hidden agendas of those hiding behind aliases.

The Lesson: If you are a legitimate client, our rigor should give you peace of mind. If you are not... our systems will find you before the first contract is even signed.

Key Takeaways for Industry Professionals:

• Never trust, always verify. Even "constructive" Zoom calls can be a performance.

• Leverage Swiss Compliance. Use the law as your reason for strictness; it removes the personal element.

• Centralize your data. Ensure your "blacklists" are shared across all your brand entities.