Identity Theft Investigation

With our accrescent use of the internet for sensitive applications such as banking, government records and commerce, the risk of identity theft is on the rise. Unfortunately, this crime often has devastating consequences for its victims – if the wrong hands get hold of your personal information, it is not just your identity that can be stolen but also your money, property and reputation.

If you suspect identity theft in Australia, the United States, the United Kingdom or almost any other country, please book a consultation with Insight Litigation to commence an investigation as soon as possible. Our skilled investigators will uncover evidence to help you identify, stop and prosecute the culprit. We can also advise you who to contact and if required, notify the authorities and your financial institution of your efforts to overcome this crime.

Tackle all four types of identity theft in Australia and across the globe

Criminal

Criminal identity theft in Australia occurs when an accused offender adopts an innocent person’s identity with the aim of evading arrest and charges. This type of fraud may be challenging, but not impossible, to prove and combat.

Financial

Financial identity theft is the most common form of this fraud and involves using the victim’s information to gain access to their funds. This can be achieved with a myriad of scams, such as stealing credit card details or acting as a financial institution to obtain sensitive information.

Medical

Medical identity theft in Australia is evident when a culprit pretends to be someone else whilst seeking healthcare services, for example, to access insurance coverage. The thief’s treatment is included in the victim’s medical records, which can result in serious consequences, such as misdiagnosis, in the future.

Child

In the case of child identity theft, a criminal uses a minor’s personal information for all sorts of gain – from establishing a line of credit to purchasing property. The child’s identity is viewed as particularly valuable because it is likely a blank slate with no associated information yet.