Myths vs Reality: What a Private Detective can actually do for you

When people hear the word ‘detective’, they often think in films, film-noir, trench coats, magnifiers, and persecutions of high speed. However, the reality of the private investigation of modern is very different, much more technology and, above all, strictly regulated by the law.
In Mantis Detectives, we know that hiring an investigator is an important decision that is usually taken in times of uncertainty. That’s why, today we want to clarify what it is they actually do and how our services can be the key to solving your problems on a personal or business.
Myth 1: ‘The detectives can tap into phones and read WhatsApps’
The Truth: Absolutely not. This is the myth most common and the most dangerous. The interception of private communications is a serious crime. A detective professional and accredited never violate the law to obtain information.
In Mantis Detectives work within the framework of the law. If we obtain evidence illegally, these would be annulled immediately in a trial, and could get you in legal trouble to you. We got the information through surveillance lawful, digital research in open sources (OSINT) and field work professional.
Myth 2: ‘The detectives are just to discover infidelities’
The Reality: The infidelities are only a small part of our work. Although the family research is a service that we offer with total discretion, the vast majority of our current research focus in the field of corporate and economic.
Businesses hire Mantis Detectives to investigate:
- Low labor fraudulent: Employees who claim to be injured but activities are incompatible with their ailment.
- Unfair competition: information Leakage or partners which divert clients.
- Location of debtors: People who disappear for not paying its obligations.
Myth 3: ‘The evidence of a detective do nothing’
The Reality: We are qualified witnesses and our tests are vital. In Spain, the figure of the private detective is regulated by the Ministry of the Interior. The report that we give at the end of the research has legal validity.
This means that, if your case reaches the courts, the detectives of Mantis can ratify the report before the judge, becoming a fundamental test to tip the scales in your favor in issues of custody, divorce, litigation, or firing discipline.
Why choose Mantis Detectives?
The research is an art that combines patience, technology, and cunning. Our team is differentiated by:
- Absolute discretion: Your identity and your case are protected under the strict professional secrecy.
- Cutting-Edge technology: we Use the latest tools of recording and monitoring to ensure the quality of the evidence.
- Clear results: don’t sell assumptions. We deliver a detailed report with dates, hours and pictures.
Do you have questions? Let’s talk.
Sometimes, the uncertainty is worse than the truth. If you suspect that something is not going well in your business or in your personal environment, you do not need to keep guessing.
Contact us today for a free consultation and no commitment. In Mantis Detectives, we help you find the answers you need.