Case Studies

Case Study: Identifying the Source of Online Harassment

Challenge
A client was receiving repeated harassment from a fake social media account and needed clarity on who was responsible.

Approach
I conducted an intelligence investigation to identify overlaps between the fake account and known accounts, focusing on exposed digital identifiers.

Findings
The analysis revealed that the fake account and a real account were linked to the same email address, confirming both were operated by the same individual.

Outcome
With this confirmation, the client was able to take informed action, and the harassment stopped.

 

Case Study: Exposing the Operator Behind a Forex Trading Scam

Challenge
A client identified a social media account promoting fraudulent forex trading schemes that had already impacted multiple victims. The account appeared anonymous and was actively recruiting new targets.

Approach
We conducted an intelligence-led investigation to analyze the account’s digital footprint, focusing on technical identifiers, account setup details, and connections to related profiles and platforms.

Findings
The investigation uncovered shared identifiers linking the scam account to a real individual operating additional social media and online service accounts. These overlaps established clear control of the scam operation by a single source.

Outcome
The client gained definitive attribution of the individual behind the scam account, enabling reporting, disruption of the activity, and protection of potential victims.