Client Concern
A mid-sized software development company in Oakville contacted
Investigation Hotline after noticing several unexplained leaks of proprietary code and product ideas. Their CEO, Mark, feared a competitor might have infiltrated their team.
Our Investigation
We launched a discreet business investigation, including background checks, digital forensics, and targeted surveillance. We discovered that one of their senior developers had been secretly moonlighting for a competing startup and leaking product specs via encrypted messaging apps.
Our team used a mix of digital monitoring, confidential informant interviews, and surveillance footage
to tie the suspect to after-hours meetings with executives from the rival firm. We also uncovered forged NDAs and recovered deleted files from a wiped USB stick.
The Outcome
With our findings, the client terminated the employee for cause, pursued legal action for intellectual property theft, and implemented tighter security protocols. They later told us our fast, discreet intervention may have saved their upcoming product launch — and their business.
Why It Matters
This case is a reminder that corporate intelligence and integrity checks aren’t just for large multinationals. Even businesses in Oakville’s growing tech sector can be targets of espionage, fraud, or internal misconduct, and need the support of seasoned professionals.
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“Investigation Hotline acted fast and uncovered everything we needed. Their discretion and professionalism were unmatched.”
— CEO, Oakville Tech Client
