High-Net-Worth Residential Theft Investigation & Asset Recovery
- Category: Asset Recovery, Success story
Names have been changed to protect client confidentiality.
The Situation
A high-net-worth family recently relocated from Kansas after purchasing a luxury residential property in Texas. While the home was undergoing remodeling, the family hired a contractor who was granted unrestricted access to the residence. During a planned vacation, multiple high-value assets—including luxury handbags, fine jewelry, and firearms—were discovered missing upon the family’s return.
Given the value of the stolen property, the insider access involved, and the absence of forced entry, the family required a discreet, retained private investigation to identify the responsible party and support asset recovery.
Our Approach
Terrance Private Investigator & Associates was retained by a high-net-worth family to conduct a confidential residential theft and asset recovery investigation. The objective was to identify the responsible party, document verifiable evidence, and support recovery efforts while maintaining strict discretion and minimal disruption to the family.
This investigative effort followed a structured, evidence-driven approach involving several key steps:
Initial Case Assessment & Access Review
Evaluated property access, contractor schedules, and internal movement during the time of the theft.
Suspect Identification & Timeline Reconstruction
Analyzed behavioral patterns, opportunity windows, and insider access to identify a primary suspect.
Surveillance & Location Tracking
Deployed discreet surveillance to locate the suspect after fleeing the area.
Evidence Documentation & Asset Identification
Captured high-quality photographic evidence of stolen property in the suspect’s possession.
Law Enforcement Coordination
Compiled a complete investigative package to support warrant issuance and recovery efforts.
The Results
The investigation resulted in the positive identification of the primary suspect connected to the residential theft, supported by clear photographic and surveillance evidence.
Following identification, the suspect abruptly left the job site and fled the area, prompting interstate surveillance operations that successfully located the individual and an associate in possession of stolen property.
Evidence collected by Terrance Private Investigator & Associates was reviewed and positively identified by the family, confirming several stolen items, including high-value personal assets.
Based on the documented findings, law enforcement issued an arrest warrant, the suspect was taken into custody, and multiple stolen items were recovered, with confirmation that additional assets had been sold prior to apprehension.
Got questions?
You’re probably feeling anxious, uncertain, or just need some straight answers. We get it—here’s what you need to know
What does a private investigator actually do in a residential theft case?
A private investigator conducts surveillance, reviews access points, documents evidence, identifies suspects, and coordinates with law enforcement to support asset recovery and prosecution—especially in high-value or insider-access theft cases.
Is my high-net-worth residential theft investigation confidential?
Yes. All high-net-worth residential theft investigations are handled with strict confidentiality. Client identities, locations, and case details are protected at every stage..
How do I know if I need a private investigator?
How much does a high-net-worth residential theft investigation cost?
Costs vary based on case complexity, surveillance requirements, and geographic scope. Most high-net-worth residential theft investigations are handled on a retained basis following a confidential consultation.
Get Answers. Get Results.
At Terrance Private Investigator & Associates, we specialize in high-value residential theft investigations, contractor theft cases, and asset recovery for high-net-worth individuals throughout Texas and nationwide.
When insider access is involved and valuable assets go missing, early action is critical. Our retained investigations focus on identifying responsible parties, documenting admissible evidence, and supporting recovery and prosecution.
If you suspect theft inside your home, contact us immediately.
We act quickly.
We work discreetly.
We pursue results.
📧 Email: getanswers@piterrance.com
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Helpful Information
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