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Understand
Clarify the question, circumstances and outcome required.
Private Investigations · UK Wide
Private & Personal
Investigations
Sensitive matters require more than information. VIDAR conducts investigations and surveillance to get the answers our customers need, using proportionate methods and open-source research where appropriate.
Discuss a Confidential Matter →INVESTIGATION BRIEF
From question to clear findings.
Each investigation follows the needs of the matter rather than a fixed checklist.
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Investigate
Use proportionate enquiries, surveillance and OSINT.
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Verify
Cross-check information and distinguish fact from assumption.
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Report
Provide clear findings and relevant supporting material.
What we investigate
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Infidelity InvestigationsDiscreet enquiries where you need clarity about a partner’s conduct.02
Missing PersonsLocate adults who have lost contact, subject to ethical assessment.03
Tracing IndividualsAddress tracing, asset/location enquiries and document serving.04
Background InvestigationsResearch into identity, history, reputation and relevant circumstances.05
Family MattersFactual enquiries where personal circumstances require clarity.06
Online Concerns & Digital FootprintsResearch into publicly available online information and activity.INVESTIGATION BRIEF
A focused approach to personal matters
Every enquiry starts with the question that needs answering. We establish what is known, identify what needs testing, then choose the least intrusive practical route to useful findings.
Confidential · GDPR Compliant · ICO Registered
Questions we often receive
Will my enquiry be confidential?
Yes. Enquiries are handled sensitively and information is only used or shared as appropriate to the matter.
Can you work across the UK?
Yes. VIDAR provides UK-wide investigative services.
Do you use OSINT?
Yes. Open-source intelligence is a core investigative method and may be used alongside other enquiries.
Can you provide evidence for legal proceedings?
Where appropriate, findings and supporting material can be documented in a clear professional format. Legal admissibility is a matter for the relevant legal process.
What information do you need to start?
Usually the names or identifiers available, the circumstances, what is already known and what you need to establish.
Will you tell me what you cannot establish?
Yes. Clear limitations are part of responsible investigative reporting.
Do you accept every enquiry?
No. We assess whether an enquiry is lawful, proportionate and ethical before undertaking it.
How do I discuss a matter?
Use the contact page to email, call or submit an enquiry through the contact form.