Private is the key word in “private investigator.” People seek out private investigators because they’re dealing with matters that are private. My husband and I had such a situation. I called my attorney and then filed my first police report. As I did so, I realized the police weren’t going to do anything. They specialize in bodies after they’re dead. That’s what we wanted to prevent.
What to do? Thinking at warp speed, I came up with, “What about a private investigator?” Friends have used them, mostly to catch cheating spouses, but with good results. Ever the professional, I called my lawyer for a reference to make sure I got a good one. Did he know someone reputable who did investigative work? Turned out he did. I called her and waited.
Waiting is awful in such a situation. Desperate, I went on line. I usually use Yelp to get house painters and plumbers. I finally hit an entry, Dewitt Detective Agency, with very good reviews. I carefully read the page, then the attached website. There was a contact form to fill out. I did and went on searching.
Seemed like seconds when I got a return email, “That seems very urgent.” You betcha. I answered Jason and we began a process that seemed cut from a thriller on TV. I consider the money we spent with Jason the best and most productive we’ve spent. He knew how to do everything. He created and distributed targeted flyers before I’d be able to throw one together.
The next morning, he called with the whereabouts of our target. That was a huge relief. He knew exactly where to search. The adventure continued after this, and Jason led us all the way. The man is not just competent, he’s very nice and reassuring, which is good when you’re falling apart every ten minutes. He’s very level headed and pragmatic, cutting through foolish ideas and getting to the core. We’re still processing this problem and I’d call Jason back for more help in a minute. It was a great experience, if a stomach churning adventure can be called great.
Oh, the investigator my attorney recommended called me back after Jason had found our target. He’s fast, as well as effective.