Unmasking Scam Perpetrators: Investigative Research
Budget: $250 – $750 USD
Freelancer Brief: Investigative Research to Identify Individuals Behind a Scam
Objective
We are seeking a skilled investigator or research freelancer with expertise in digital forensics, OSINT (Open Source Intelligence), and online fraud detection to identify the individuals responsible for a scam.
Scope of Work
Identify Key Individuals
Investigate domain registrations, website ownership, and company filings.
Trace email addresses, phone numbers, and any associated social media profiles.
Uncover potential aliases or shell companies used in the scam.
Analyze Digital Footprints
Cross-reference IP addresses, hosting providers, and metadata from scam-related communications.
Investigate online forums, dark web marketplaces, and leaked databases for any relevant mentions.
Financial & Transactional Research
Identify payment gateways, cryptocurrency transactions, and financial patterns linked to the scam.
Track possible money laundering methods and linked entities.
Social Media & Online Activity
Identify any social media accounts, LinkedIn profiles, or public records of the perpetrators.
Monitor activity on platforms where the scam was promoted or discussed.
Legal & Public Records Check
Search for past fraud reports, lawsuits, or regulatory warnings involving the suspects.
Check for criminal records, company registrations, and addresses linked to them.
Deliverables
Detailed Report with findings, including names, locations, affiliations, and supporting evidence.
Links & Screenshots of relevant online profiles, transactions, and connections.
Actionable Recommendations on potential legal action or further investigative steps.
Requirements
Experience in cybersecurity, investigative journalism, fraud detection, or OSINT.
Access to relevant tools (e.g., Whois lookup, Maltego, blockchain explorers, social media scrapers).
Strong analytical skills and ability to present findings in a clear, organized manner.
Confidentiality
This investigation is highly confidential. The freelancer must sign an NDA and ensure discretion in all activities.
Timeline
Initial report within 7 days.
Further investigations (if needed) within 14 days.
Budget
Negotiable based on experience and depth of investigation required.
Objective
We are seeking a skilled investigator or research freelancer with expertise in digital forensics, OSINT (Open Source Intelligence), and online fraud detection to identify the individuals responsible for a scam.
Scope of Work
Identify Key Individuals
Investigate domain registrations, website ownership, and company filings.
Trace email addresses, phone numbers, and any associated social media profiles.
Uncover potential aliases or shell companies used in the scam.
Analyze Digital Footprints
Cross-reference IP addresses, hosting providers, and metadata from scam-related communications.
Investigate online forums, dark web marketplaces, and leaked databases for any relevant mentions.
Financial & Transactional Research
Identify payment gateways, cryptocurrency transactions, and financial patterns linked to the scam.
Track possible money laundering methods and linked entities.
Social Media & Online Activity
Identify any social media accounts, LinkedIn profiles, or public records of the perpetrators.
Monitor activity on platforms where the scam was promoted or discussed.
Legal & Public Records Check
Search for past fraud reports, lawsuits, or regulatory warnings involving the suspects.
Check for criminal records, company registrations, and addresses linked to them.
Deliverables
Detailed Report with findings, including names, locations, affiliations, and supporting evidence.
Links & Screenshots of relevant online profiles, transactions, and connections.
Actionable Recommendations on potential legal action or further investigative steps.
Requirements
Experience in cybersecurity, investigative journalism, fraud detection, or OSINT.
Access to relevant tools (e.g., Whois lookup, Maltego, blockchain explorers, social media scrapers).
Strong analytical skills and ability to present findings in a clear, organized manner.
Confidentiality
This investigation is highly confidential. The freelancer must sign an NDA and ensure discretion in all activities.
Timeline
Initial report within 7 days.
Further investigations (if needed) within 14 days.
Budget
Negotiable based on experience and depth of investigation required.