Our success story

Rapid Recovery of Stolen Trailer Following Community Appeal

The case background

After the theft of a trailer from a private property was captured on CCTV footage, the trailer owner turned to the community via social media for assistance in identifying the suspect.

Despite the theft being reported to the police, immediate investigative action appeared limited.

Recognising the urgency of recovering the stolen property, Serpenti Investigations NZ volunteered expertise to assist the owner in swiftly resolving the matter.

Our Objective

Identify the individual responsible for the theft, locate the stolen trailer, and facilitate its recovery back to the rightful owner.

"Serpenti Investigations went above and beyond when no one else was able to assist.
Their fast action, professionalism, and genuine care for the community made all the difference in getting my trailer back."
— Private Client, Auckland
Our Approach to the case
  • CCTV and Social Media Intelligence Analysis:
    Reviewed and enhanced available CCTV footage, correlating vehicle identifiers and suspect descriptions.
  • Vehicle Ownership Tracing:
    Rapidly identified the vehicle owner through investigative methods and cross-referenced intelligence sources.
  • Targeted Field Inquiries:
    Conducted discreet field investigations to confirm the trailer’s location and coordinate recovery logistics.
  • Community Coordination:
    Maintained clear communication with the trailer owner, ensuring operational safety and chain of custody throughout the recovery process.
Our Results

The stolen trailer was successfully located and returned to its rightful owner.

The investigation was conducted swiftly and efficiently, ensuring minimal disruption to the client and maximizing asset recovery success.

The intervention restored community confidence, demonstrating that professional assistance could bridge critical gaps in public enforcement responses.

Timeframe

Less than a week from engagement to recovery

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