general investigations

Photo, Video and Audio Surveillance in New York City

Modern surveillance techniques go well beyond old-school pavement pounding and stakeouts. Clients who want to gather evidence for lawsuits, custody disputes, and other important concerns require photographic, audio, and video evidence that can provide the answers they need to back up claims or simply put unanswered questions to rest. The surveillance experts at International Security Services, Inc. (ISS) have the experience and tools necessary to provide you with the state-of-the-art photo, video and audio surveillance you need and deserve.

When You Need Covert Investigations and Surveillance in NYC

Surveillance can take many forms. Sometimes, you simply need investigators to watch or follow subjects, their vehicles, or places they frequent. This is common in cases of suspected infidelity, fraud, or criminal activity. These investigations always require covert actions to ensure that targets are not alerted to the surveillance. Photos, audio recordings, and video can all be obtained through covert means, providing you with evidence that can answer hard questions and give you peace of mind.

Private Surveillance from an Experienced Surveillance Specialist

Experts agree on one thing: it is never advisable to conduct your own surveillance. For anyone other than a licensed and trained investigator, private surveillance can often run afoul of various state laws. In addition, most laypersons lack the training and skills needed to conduct surveillance in a covert manner. Fortunately, the ISS team is comprised of experienced, well-qualified surveillance investigators who have the training needed to get the results you deserve.

We approach each surveillance task in an individualized way to ensure that your surveillance needs are met as efficiently and effectively as possible. Our experts will work with you to determine the best options for gathering the evidence and proof you need for your case.  We use physical surveillance when appropriate and utilize modern technological tools to gather hard evidence to answer even harder questions. Electronic surveillance can also be an effective way to covertly monitor your home or business premises to deter criminal activity and protect your family and your interests.

Our surveillance professionals are trained to use a full range of modern surveillance techniques to meet your needs. We provide mobile surveillance, static surveillance, electronic surveillance, and more – and always conduct operations in full accordance with existing legal requirements. That ensures that your interests are fully protected as we gather the critical evidence and information you need to get questions answered, secure information for custody disputes, resolve court cases, or address other important concerns.

 

Contact Us Today to Conduct Surveillance to Get the Answers You Need

Modern photo, video and audio surveillance can be an invaluable tool for evidence collection and can provide answers when you need them most. To conduct surveillance properly, however, you need experts with experience in this field of covert investigation. Contact the professionals at International Security Services, Inc. (ISS) today to discover how their experts can help you get the answers and evidence you need.

Frequently Asked Questions

Contact International Security Services, Inc. today to learn more about our general investigations, business investigations, overseas investigations, and background check services.

Who uses private investigation services?

Many people and companies have questions that only an investigation can answer. For example, you may wonder whether a spouse is being unfaithful, desire to learn more about your adoption, or want to run a background check prior to marriage. Businesses often need help investigating potential fraud, screening employees, or conducting due diligence before mergers, acquisitions, or overseas expansions. International Security Services, Inc. can help with those and other investigation needs.

Why can’t I just investigate on my own?

Obviously, you could try to investigate just about anything on your own. However, there’s a reason why people and companies choose private investigators to get the answers they need. Proper investigations take time, resources, and skill sets that most laypeople lack. In addition, many people are unfamiliar with legal issues related to surveillance and other investigative concerns and can thus easily run afoul of the law during any do-it-yourself investigation.

Why should I choose ISS?

ISS investigators have the expertise and experience you need to get the answers you deserve. Our investigators are all licensed professionals with skills sets that include intelligence gathering and counterintelligence measures, and they’re backed by state-of-the-art investigative tools and techniques.

Can you help me with overseas investigations?

We can. At ISS, we are fluent in both English and Russian, and familiar with the Russian community. As a result, we can provide quality investigative services in both the U.S. and the nations that were once part of the Soviet Union.

What should I know about my investigators?

You should only consider investigators who are properly licensed, bonded, and insured, and who have a proven track record of success. ISS investigators meet and surpass those expectations, which is why our team can offer the most effective investigation services in New York City and abroad.

Should I be concerned about discretion?

When you hire ISS investigators, discretion is a priority. We conduct covert investigations to ensure that subjects remain unaware that they are being surveilled or otherwise investigated. New York statutes require that investigators only release your information if you request it or a court orders such information to be divulged. Otherwise, information that we share with one another is considered confidential. That includes information that you provide during any consultation, even if you decide not to hire ISS.

Are there limitations and things you can’t investigate or do?

Of course. For example, private investigators are not allowed to surreptitiously obtain credit report information without written consent or record conversations without at least one party’s knowledge. We do not harass targets, violate local, state, or federal law, or otherwise conduct ourselves in any way that might be considered immoral or unethical. We can, however, use every legal tool at our disposal to ensure that you get the answers you need.

August 10th, 2022

Property Security Evaluation Report

Your Individualized Property Evaluation Report

Your site’s individualized property evaluation report contains information and analysis that you need to properly manage your site’s security needs. That information includes detailed analysis of the crime rate in your area, site access and parking protocols, and existing security infrastructure. Interior inspection includes analysis of emergency exits, fire suppression capabilities, and alarm infrastructure for emergencies. Exterior inspection includes analysis of structural defects, property lighting, and potential vulnerabilities in building access.

In addition to those inspections, our analysis also considered environmental factors, potential risks from older trees, outside property maintenance, and nearby crime that may overflow to the area. We also examined emergency response planning, including fire evacuation protocols and information supplied to residents about proper evacuation process.

 

Pressing Suggestions


We highly suggest a camera placement along this driveway, as the overhead cameras in the back parking lot may not capture all makes, models, and license plates of cars entering in and out based on the angle they are recording from. The best camera placement would be at the green circle closest to the sidewalk/street.
The common area is easily accessible, but based on the angle that cameras are set at the front lot, anyone can enter the basement common area concealing the side of their face that is facing the camera. This is not to say that the camera arrangement should be changed, but it is highly recommended to have coverage in this common area as the common area is on a lower floor not visible from the sidewalk.


However, a few fundamental problems exist when it comes to access control of the back parking (a big territory). Even though only two issues have ever occurred there, the wide-open access point to that lot may need to be corrected sooner than later as there is a significant uptick in crime in the 62nd precinct.

Furthermore, there are two fundamental surveillance blind spots along the driveway leading to the back parking lot and every common area.

Lastly, however unlikely it may seem, tenants should have resources and a physical guide for situations that may require an evacuation. Whether it be a flood or fire, each tenant should know how to use a fire extinguisher and where to evacuate to during a flood regardless of their proximity to a shoreline.


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