In most investigations of a fraud suspect, investigators should begin by:

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Checking personal and company records should be the first step in the investigation to identify potential evidence of fraudulent behavior such as suspicious transactions, unauthorized alterations, or missing records. Confronting the suspect or interviewing co-workers might compromise the investigation and give the suspect a chance to cover up or destroy evidence. Performing invigilation might be useful but usually comes later in the investigation as a way to monitor ongoing suspicious activity rather than to initiate the investigation.

In Most Investigations of a Fraud Suspect, Investigators Should Begin