In a medium-sized company in southeastern Switzerland, there were repeated irregularities with deliveries. Through the precise investigations of Privatdetektei Ryffel AG, systematic theft by a driver was uncovered, and some of the stolen goods were recovered.
Initial Situation:
A company specializing in the delivery of spare parts for the electrical industry noticed that deliveries to contract partners were regularly arriving incomplete, even though the missing items had been taken from the warehouse. An initial review of the warehouse surveillance cameras revealed that a company driver had repeatedly stolen items.
Engagement of a Private Detective Agency:
Based on these findings, the company hired Privatdetektei Ryffel AG to observe the suspect. The agency focused its investigation on a location where the fleet management system had recorded frequent short stops by the driver.
Investigation Process and Results:
The surveillance revealed that the driver was storing the stolen goods in a rented garage near his residence. It was also discovered that the driver’s family members and acquaintances were transporting the stolen goods from there. Due to these thorough preliminary investigations and a court-admissible report from the detective agency, the police conducted a search, during which parts of the stolen goods were recovered.
Consequences and Conclusion:
The extensive investigation led to the immediate dismissal of the driver. After his dismissal, no further irregularities occurred. The successful resolution of the case strengthened the company’s and the cantonal police’s trust in Privatdetektei Ryffel AG, which was praised for its professional and efficient operation.
This case demonstrates the effectiveness of targeted investigations in uncovering and resolving thefts within a business context and confirms the importance of collaboration between the private sector and law enforcement agencies.
