Todd Dean “Selfie Scammer”: How OSINT & Surveillance Built a Case Romance Scam Series — Part 2 Summary In Love Con Revenge, the Todd Dean “Selfie Scammer” episode follows Cecilie Fjellhøy and private investigator Brianne Joseph as they assist Jill Schardein in documenting alleged deception surrounding a proposed wellness retreat near Nashville. Below, we outline …
Love Con Revenge: Red Flags & Real Work A Private Investigator’s Perspective on the Netflix Series and the Fight Against Romance Fraud Why This Series Matters — Beyond TV Romance fraud is not a rare “one-off” heartbreak. It’s an organized pattern that weaponizes trust and emotional connection. Netflix’s Love Con Revenge, the follow-up to The …
The Impact of Social Media on Private Investigations In today’s digital era, social media has transformed the way information is shared, consumed, and verified. For private investigators, these platforms have become powerful tools that can aid investigations, provide crucial insights, and help locate evidence. At The Smith Investigation Agency Inc., we recognize that social media …
Cohabitation Clauses in Separation Agreements: How Private Investigators Help When They’re Broken Separation and divorce agreements are designed to provide fairness and clarity for both parties. These agreements often include cohabitation clauses, which define how living arrangements affect child support, spousal support, and shared expenses. But what happens when one parent or spouse breaks this clause …
Scam of the Week: The E-Transfer Trap – How to Protect Yourself from Public Fraud in Toronto Scammers are constantly finding new ways to target Canadians, and the latest alert from Toronto police highlights just how sophisticated some schemes have become. This week, we’re focusing on an e-transfer scam that has victims handing over thousands …
Importance of Ethical Standards in Private Investigations In the complex world of private investigations, ethical standards are the foundation of professionalism and trust. Private investigators work with sensitive information, vulnerable clients, and legal systems where decisions can have significant personal, financial, and legal consequences. At The Smith Investigation Agency Inc., we recognize that maintaining high …
