€85,000 Recovered from Investment Fraud Platform
The Challenge
Our client, a German investor, was approached through social media by what appeared to be a legitimate investment platform promising high returns on cryptocurrency investments. The platform had professional-looking websites, convincing testimonials, and seemingly legitimate registration documents.
After initial small investments that showed "profits," the client invested €85,000 in what was promised to be a diversified crypto portfolio. However, when they tried to withdraw their funds, the platform became unresponsive, and the website eventually disappeared.
Our Investigation
Our legal team immediately began a comprehensive investigation:
- Traced the fraudulent platform's digital footprint across multiple jurisdictions
- Identified the actual operators behind the fake company
- Located the funds through blockchain analysis and banking records
- Coordinated with law enforcement agencies in three European countries
The Solution
We employed a multi-jurisdictional legal strategy:
- Filed emergency freezing orders in the Netherlands and Cyprus
- Coordinated with European banking authorities to trace fund movements
- Used international legal cooperation mechanisms to recover assets
- Negotiated with the fraudsters' legal representatives for voluntary restitution
The Result
Within 4 months, we successfully recovered the full €85,000 for our client. The case also led to the dismantling of the fraudulent operation and the arrest of several key perpetrators.
✓ Complete Recovery Achieved
Our client received 100% of their lost funds, plus interest and legal costs. This case demonstrates our expertise in handling complex cross-border investment fraud cases.
Key Takeaways
This case highlights the importance of:
- Immediate action when fraud is suspected
- Expert legal representation with international reach
- Coordination between multiple jurisdictions
- Understanding of cryptocurrency and blockchain forensics
