Employee Theft Investigation

This is a revised edition of the first complete book on employee theft investigation from discovery to recovery. It presents a proven, step-by-step program to detect, investigate, and root out internal theft. Drawing on his own experience of more than 20 years in the field, the author includes 14 case histories that illustrate his ideas in action. He shows the reader how to recognize the signs of theft in inventory shortages, facility inspections, and tips from informants. The investigation itself is examined in depth, including use of undercover and outside agents, surveillance, tailing, and other techniques. Preparations for the successful "bust" are explained in detail, and the author carries us through the process from interrogations to confessions, recovering stolen property, use of the polygraph, discharge or prosecution, negotiating restitution, and making fidelity bonding claims.