FINDING WITNESSES WITH TWITTER/X GEOCODE SEARCHES The majority of the adult population maintains at least one social media account. For a skilled investigator, these accounts can provide a treasure trove of information about people, places, and events. Using geocode search strings, it is possible to locate posts on Twitter/X that were posted at or near […]
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Google Search Like a Private Investigator
Without question, one could argue that Google is a private investigator’s No. 1 resource when beginning an investigation. It’s no secret that Google is the go-to source for information about people, businesses and locations. According to Reliablesoft.net, as of 2020 Google’s market share remains between 70% and 91%, making it far and away the dominant […]
Social Media Evidence, Not For The Novice
“Privacy on the Internet? That’s an oxymoron.” – Catherine Butler With an estimated 45% of the world’s population possessing at least one social media account, the value of social media as an evidence source cannot be overstated. From personal injury suits to criminal trials, it has become increasingly rare for social media evidence to not […]