Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Investigations
Trying to Trace Where Your Crypto Went?
Cryptocurrency and blockchain investigations use public ledger analysis to trace stolen or misappropriated digital assets across wallets and toward the exchanges where they are converted to cash. Redbeard Intelligence and Investigations, a Florida-licensed private investigation firm serving clients nationwide and internationally, follows that on-chain trail and documents it in a clear, evidence-grade report that victims, attorneys, and law enforcement can act on.
We do not promise recovery and we never guarantee an outcome. What we provide is disciplined, verifiable tracing and professional documentation — the factual foundation that recovery and enforcement efforts depend on.
Who We Help
Our cryptocurrency investigators work with individuals and organizations who have lost digital assets or need to understand where funds went. Typical clients include fraud victims who sent crypto to an investment platform, trader, or website that turned out to be fake; romance-scam victims who were guided into buying and transferring cryptocurrency over weeks or months; businesses facing wire fraud, vendor impersonation, or insider theft settled in digital currency; attorneys and fiduciaries who need on-chain evidence for civil litigation, divorce, or asset disputes; and estates and partners trying to locate or account for wallets and holdings.
Situations We Investigate
Digital-asset losses rarely look the same twice, but most of the matters we take on fall into a few recognizable patterns.
- Investment & Trading Scams
Fake guaranteed-return platforms and bogus brokers show fabricated account growth to keep victims investing.
- Crypto Theft
Drained wallets, compromised seed phrases, SIM-swap attacks, and phishing redirect transfers without warning.
- Romance-Scam Crypto
A long-cultivated relationship steers a victim toward a trading app or wallet the fraudster secretly controls.
- Business & Wire Fraud
Invoice diversion, executive impersonation, and unauthorized transfers by insiders move company funds into crypto.
- Failed Exchanges
User funds move off a failing platform or project and need to be located and traced.
- Estate & Asset Disputes
Attorneys and fiduciaries need on-chain evidence to locate or account for wallets in litigation or estates.
What We Investigate on the Blockchain
Most major blockchains are public and permanent, which means transactions can be followed even when the people behind them are not obvious. Our work focuses on:
- Wallet-to-wallet tracing across each hop, mapping how funds split, consolidate, and move.
- Following assets toward off-ramps — the centralized exchanges and services where crypto is typically converted to fiat and where legal process may reach account records.
- Identifying obfuscation such as mixers, chain-hopping, bridges, and privacy tools, and documenting where the trail narrows.
- Clustering and attribution signals that group related addresses and flag known scam or exchange wallets.
- Evidence documentation formatted for law-enforcement referrals, IC3 complaints, and civil counsel.
What to Provide
A strong investigation starts with good source material. The more of the following you can share, the faster and more complete the tracing:
- Wallet addresses you sent funds from and any addresses you were given.
- Transaction IDs (hashes), along with dates, times, and amounts.
- Exchange and platform records — statements, confirmations, and account or KYC details.
- Communications such as emails, chat logs, phone numbers, and website or app links.
- Context on how you were approached and what you were told.
If you have only part of this, we can still begin — even a single transaction hash often opens the trail.
How the Process Works
Every engagement follows a clear, methodical path:
- Confidential consultation. We review your situation, set realistic expectations, and confirm scope.
- Evidence intake. We organize the addresses, hashes, and records you provide and verify them on-chain.
- Blockchain tracing. We follow the funds hop by hop, mapping flows toward exchanges and other endpoints.
- Analysis and corroboration. We combine on-chain findings with open-source intelligence to strengthen attribution.
- Reporting and referral support. We deliver documentation and, when appropriate, help you route it to counsel or law enforcement.
What You Receive
Deliverables are built to be understood by non-technical readers and to hold up to scrutiny:
- A written investigative report summarizing findings in plain language.
- Transaction flow maps showing the path of funds across wallets and toward off-ramps.
- A documented list of relevant addresses, hashes, and identified services or exchanges.
- Supporting exhibits suitable for law-enforcement referral, IC3 filing, or civil litigation.
- Guidance on practical next steps and, where useful, coordination with your attorney.
Confidentiality & Legal Compliance
Redbeard operates as a Florida-licensed agency serving clients nationwide and internationally, and every engagement is handled with strict discretion. We rely on publicly available blockchain data, lawful open-source research, and information you are entitled to share. We do not hack, access accounts without authorization, or misrepresent ourselves to obtain records; account-holder data held by exchanges generally requires a subpoena or law-enforcement process, which we help you pursue through the proper channels. Your matter is treated as confidential and shared only as you direct.
Why Choose Redbeard
- Licensed and accountable — a regulated Florida firm, not an anonymous online service.
- Investigative rigor — blockchain analysis combined with traditional intelligence tradecraft.
- Clear communication — honest assessments and reports written for real-world use.
- Discreet and ethical — lawful methods and careful handling of sensitive facts.
- Nationwide and international reach — Florida-licensed investigators serving clients everywhere.
What Affects Cost
Because no two cases are alike, fees are scoped to the work involved. Factors that influence cost include:
- The number of wallets and hops that must be traced.
- Transaction volume and the use of mixers, bridges, or multiple chains.
- How much verified evidence you can supply at the start.
- Whether reporting must be prepared for litigation or formal referral.
- The urgency and depth of analysis required.
We provide a clear scope and estimate before any work begins, so you can make an informed decision.
Related Services
Clients dealing with digital-asset loss often also engage our Cyber Investigations, Crypto Scam Investigations, Romance Scam Investigation, and Digital Forensics services for a fuller picture.
Nationwide and International Coverage
Redbeard serves clients nationwide and internationally as a Florida-licensed agency. Because blockchain evidence is borderless, we can trace on-chain activity regardless of where you or the fraudster are located.
Speak With a Cryptocurrency Investigator
If you have lost digital assets or need to trace suspicious transactions, act promptly — funds often move quickly toward off-ramps. Call Redbeard Intelligence and Investigations at (888) 564-8300 or email contact@redbeardpi.com for a confidential consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you recover my stolen cryptocurrency?
No firm can honestly guarantee recovery, and we do not. Our role is to trace the movement of assets on the blockchain and produce documentation you, your attorney, or law enforcement can use in recovery or enforcement efforts.
Is cryptocurrency actually traceable?
Often, yes. Public blockchains such as Bitcoin and Ethereum record every transaction permanently, so funds can be followed from wallet to wallet. Traceability narrows at mixers, privacy coins, and exchanges, but even those points can be documented.
What information do I need to get started?
Start with whatever you have: wallet addresses, transaction IDs, dates and amounts, exchange or platform records, and any messages with the people or site involved. Even a single transaction hash can open the trail.
How long does a blockchain investigation take?
It depends on the number of hops, transaction volume, and how quickly funds reached an exchange. Many matters produce an initial tracing picture within days, with fuller reporting as records are gathered.
Can your report be used by law enforcement?
Yes. We format findings for submission to police, the FBI IC3, or a prosecutor, and we can coordinate with your attorney. We cannot compel an exchange to release account-holder data; that generally requires legal process.
Why Hire Redbeard for a Cryptocurrency Investigation?
Public blockchains are permanent, but following the trail to a usable, evidence-grade report takes disciplined tracing and licensed analytics tools, not guesswork. Redbeard’s Florida-licensed investigators combine blockchain analysis with traditional intelligence tradecraft, serving clients nationwide and internationally, and we are honest that no investigator can promise recovery.
What is the cost? | how does it work?
At Redbeard Intelligence & Investigations, we offer upfront, transparent pricing that reflects the specific details and complexity of each case. Instead of vague estimates or hidden charges, we provide clear, upfront pricing tailored to your investigation’s unique requirements—without unexpected fees, hidden costs, or additional unexpected expenses. Our goal is to offer efficient, high-quality investigative and intelligence solutions with transparency and peace of mind.
To begin an investigation, intelligence operation, or technical security assessment, the first step is a confidential consultation via phone or email with one of our experienced professionals. During this initial discussion, we will gather key details about your situation to determine the most effective strategy tailored to your needs. Whether you require private investigative services, intelligence gathering, or technical security solutions, our team will develop a customized plan designed to achieve your objectives. Based on the specific requirements of your case, we will then provide a transparent price quote and/or invoice for the cost of the services needed. Throughout the process, we ensure clear and consistent communication, keeping you informed of any significant developments. Upon completion, you will receive a comprehensive written report detailing our findings, along with any supporting evidence such as photos, video documentation, or technical security assessments.
Helpful Guides
Contact us through phone or email for an initial discussion and provide key details about your needs.
Based on the specific requirements of your case, you'll will receive a flat-rate price quote and invoice for the cost of the services needed.
With pricing and mutual terms accepted, payment will be collected for the predetermined costs, and you'll officially become our client.
Throughout the process, we keep you informed of any significant developments. Upon completion, you will receive a written report detailing our findings, along with any supporting evidence or documentation.
