Online gaming and MMO profiles contain substantial amounts of information, both public and private, about people, including photos, conversations, messages, friends and associates, locations, and more. Investigations can mine for information or set up sting operations through these platforms.
Online games and MMOs (massively multiplayer online games) provide a graphical interface for users to interact with each other in real time as they play the game. Text-based and voice chat are common staples of these games. The most popular form of MMOs are MMORPGs, or MMO Role Playing Games, such as World of Warcraft and Second Life. These games allow for users to create an avatar, or a virtual online representation, of themselves and play through the game world as this virtual rendering of themselves. The majority of the gamers are participating solely to enjoy the game, but some are using them for other reasons, such as stalking and harassment, illicit affairs, and possibly even fraud. Investigations into these gaming platforms are more complex than social networking sites, because the information is not set up to be viewable like a profile page. Instead, our investigators conduct virtual surveillance on characters in the game to gather information in real time. Call ICS today for a free consultation!
Online Gaming and MMO Investigations Information:
- Typical reasons for online gaming and MMO investigations
- Stalking and harassment
- Identity theft and fraud
- Technical discovery
- Standard investigation lead development
- Anti-pedophile investigation
- Disciplinary actions
- Company policy violations
- Identity verification
- Alias vetting
- Subject character development
- Accomplices discovery
- Probation violations
- Other court order violations
- Criminal case purposes
- Criminal enticement
- Civil enticement
- Sting operations
- Intellectual property theft
- Related ICS Services
- Computer Forensic Services
- Undercover Investigations
- Employee Screening Programs
- Retail Loss and Theft Prevention
- Criminal Investigation Services
- Public Records Research
- Comprehensive Information Resources
- Private Investigation (International)
- Private Investigation (United States)
- Personal Investigations
- Social Networking Investigations
- Sting Operations
ICS Experience and Expertise:
- Operating since 1967
- Far greater operational reach than any other investigative service in the world
- Built through experience and expertise with a mix of law enforcement and military backgrounds
- All services are performed and billed on an hourly basis.
- Investigators are available 24/7.
ICS Network:
- Global resources network for domestic and international work
- Constantly evolving technical capabilities to adapt to advances in electronics and technology
- Use of cutting edge technology and equipment
Implementation:
- Free Consultation for Needs Analysis
- Design an Action Plan
- Engagement and Fees
- Execute Action Plan
- Present Thorough Documentation of All Results/Findings
Are You in Need?
Online Gaming and MMO Investigations have been most useful to law enforcement agencies in providing admissible evidence in court regarding anti-pedophile sting operations and similar cases, especially those involving children. These games are very popular with the younger generation, making them easy targets for predators. If you are with a law enforcement agency, or you are a lawyer prosecuting a case involving online predation, or you fear that someone you love is being targeted, do not waste another minute. Call ICS today and let us help you get to the bottom of it!