Tim Wratten is a highly skilled private investigator with over 20 years of experience in criminal investigations. He began his career in Law Enforcement, eventually becoming a Gang Detective and Court Recognized Gang Expert. This valuable experience led him into the world of Criminal Defense, where he spent years honing his skills as an Investigator. Having worked on both the prosecution and defense sides of investigations, Tim possesses a deep understanding of the complexities involved in each. Throughout his career, he consistently utilized Open-Source Intelligence and Social Media intelligence to enhance his investigations. This approach proved successful, earning him prestigious recognition such as the Investigator Excellence Award (Robert Presley Institute of Criminal Investigations), Chief's Special Award and the Investigator of the Year Award (The Public Defender Association). In addition to his investigative work, Tim has also shared his expertise as an instructor for the California Defense Investigators Association and the Defense Investigator Training Academy. Today, as a Private Investigator, he leverages his extensive experience to gather online intelligence and conduct thorough investigations. In summary, Tim's extensive background, accolades, and dedication to keeping up with the latest investigative techniques make him a trusted and effective investigator and Instructor in the field of online criminal investigations.
