OSINT Investigations: The Power of Open-Source Intelligence in Private Investigations

Written By Marckly Mathurin

Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) is a powerful tool for private investigators, allowing them to gather valuable information from publicly available sources. In Ontario, PIs use OSINT for:

• Social Media Monitoring: Analyzing public profiles for activity patterns, connections, and behavioral insights.

• Public Records Research: Searching court records, corporate filings, and news articles to build a comprehensive subject profile.

• Geo-Location Tracking: Cross-referencing social media posts with known locations to verify alibis and activity claims.

OSINT is legal when conducted within ethical boundaries, but it requires skill and critical analysis to separate useful intelligence from misinformation.

Marckly Mathurin

Owner of Mathurin Enterprises

https://www.mathurinenterprises.com
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