WHEN TO CONTACT US

Situations Requiring Our Expertise

For Missing Persons Search

Our private investigators intervene in various disappearance situations, whether recent or old, voluntary or concerning. Here are the main cases where our expertise can be valuable:

Runaways and Disappearances of Minors

Teen runaways:

Rapid location to prevent risks.

Concerning disappearances:

Immediate mobilization of our resources.

Parental abductions:

Search for children moved without authorization.

Vulnerable minors:

Adapted intervention for youth in fragile situations.

Family and Genealogical Research

Biological parents:

Finding origins after adoption.

Family members lost touch with:

Reconnecting strained family ties.

Heirs:

Location for inheritance matters.

Genealogical research:

Reconstructing complex family histories.

Adult Disappearances

Voluntary disappearances:

People who chose to cut ties.

Concerning disappearances:

Sudden and unexplained absence.

Vulnerable persons:

Search for elderly, sick, or distressed individuals.

Witnesses and debtors:

Location for legal procedures or debt recovery.

Personalized Approach

Each situation is unique and requires a personalized approach. During our free initial consultation, we will evaluate together the best strategy to maximize your chances of finding the missing person.

OUR APPROACH

Investigation Methodology

A structured 4-phase approach to maximize success chances

Each mission is conducted with discretion, rigor, and humanity to guarantee reliable results useful for resolving your situation.

01

Initial Consultation

This first step is crucial to understand your situation and define search objectives.

  • Information gathering: We collect all elements you have about the missing person (recent photos, last known address, habits, relationships, etc.).
  • Circumstance analysis: We study the disappearance context to orient our search.
  • Success chance evaluation: We give you a realistic estimate of possibilities to find the person.
  • Strategy definition: We establish a personalized action plan adapted to your situation.
02

In-depth Investigations

We deploy all our resources and skills to locate the missing person.

  • Administrative research: Consultation of legally accessible databases.
  • Field investigation: Visits to frequented places, interviews with close ones, witness search.
  • Strategic point surveillance: Identification and observation of places where the person might reappear.
  • OSINT (Open Source Intelligence): Analysis of information available on internet and social media.
  • Network activation: Mobilization of our national and international correspondents if necessary.
03

Follow-up and Continuous Communication

We maintain regular contact with you throughout the mission.

  • Regular progress updates: You are informed of search progress.
  • Strategy adjustment: We adapt our methods based on new information gathered.
  • Maximum reactivity: We contact you immediately in case of significant discovery.
  • Total transparency: You are informed of encountered difficulties and considered solutions.
04

Final Report and Support

Once the person is located or search is completed.

  • Detailed investigation report: Complete summary of conducted investigations and obtained results.
  • Documented evidence: Photos, testimonies and other elements collected during investigation.
  • Follow-up advice: Recommendations on how to approach contact with the found person.
  • Possible mediation: If necessary, we can serve as intermediary to facilitate respectful contact renewal.
  • Orientation to other professionals: Psychologists, lawyers, social services according to needs.

Important: Our methodology adapts to each particular case. The duration and intensity of each phase may vary depending on situation complexity and available information. We always respect the legal framework and the will of found persons, notably their right to not resume contact if they wish.

OUR STRENGTHS

Why Choose MyOwnDetective?

Our expertise makes the difference in missing persons search

Specialized

Specialized Expertise

Our detectives are specifically trained in missing persons search techniques. We master the most effective and recent investigation methods, adapted to each type of disappearance.

Fast

Reactivity and Quick Action

We understand the urgency of your situation. Our team can mobilize quickly, sometimes within hours, to launch initial investigations. Every minute counts when a person is missing.

Human

Human Approach

Beyond technical aspects, we give particular importance to the human dimension of our mission. We accompany you with empathy and understanding throughout this emotionally taxing process.

Confidential

Absolute Discretion

Confidentiality is at the heart of our ethics. Your personal situation and information collected during investigation are treated with utmost discretion, respecting your privacy.

International

National and International Network

Thanks to our network of correspondents and partners in France and abroad, we can extend our searches beyond borders and mobilize local resources for maximum efficiency.

Legal

Respected Legal Framework

All our investigations are conducted in strict respect of current legislation. Our reports are admissible in court and can serve as basis for legal procedures if necessary.

Professional

Usable Reports

Our investigation reports are clear, detailed and documented. They provide all necessary information to understand the situation and make informed decisions.

FAQ

FAQ on Missing Persons Search

Answers to the most common questions about our missing persons search services

There is no mandatory waiting period to report a disappearance. The quicker you act, the better the chances of finding the person. Don’t hesitate to contact us as soon as you feel legitimate concern.

Recent photos, complete civil status, last known address, habits, frequented places, close contacts, disappearance circumstances and any personal element that could orient the search.

We respect official procedures and can coordinate our actions with law enforcement if necessary. Our intervention complements official steps without substituting them.

Our success rate varies by case, but our experience and methods allow us to obtain positive results in most situations. Each file undergoes preliminary evaluation.

We scrupulously respect the will of found persons. If they refuse contact, we inform you while preserving their anonymity and right to privacy.

We operate throughout French territory and can extend our searches internationally thanks to our network of correspondents in many countries.

We direct you to relevant official services: police, gendarmerie, social services, family aid associations, and can coordinate our actions with these organizations.