Bilingual Surveillance & Investigations Specialist | Licensed Private Investigator

Marcus Delgado

Professional Summary

Experienced Bilingual Surveillance & Investigations Specialist with 5+ years in private investigations across civil, insurance, and domestic sectors. Expert in GPS-enabled surveillance, skip tracing, and courtroom-ready evidence presentation. Proven track record of uncovering fraudulent activities and supporting litigation teams with robust field intelligence and legal coordination.

Work Experience

Private Investigator at Lone Wolf Investigations

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Managed over 150 investigative cases involving insurance fraud, child custody, and asset location. Conducted mobile and stationary surveillance using concealed equipment and GPS tracking, capturing 1,200+ hours of actionable footage. Delivered court-admissible evidence packages with comprehensive documentation including timestamped visuals and investigator notes. Collaborated effectively with attorneys, insurance carriers, and HR/legal departments to achieve pre-litigation goals under strict deadlines. Provided expert in-court testimony as a subject witness in more than 8 civil hearings.

Loss Prevention Investigator at Target Corp.

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Investigated internal theft and code-of-conduct violations leading to 20+ employee disciplinary actions and a 22% reduction in store shrinkage. Reviewed extensive security footage and managed covert camera placements to identify repeat offenders. Coordinated with law enforcement for evidence handover, detainments, and interviews related to loss prevention. Trained entry-level loss prevention associates on incident documentation, safety protocols, and civil recovery procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Criminal Justice in Criminal Justice

Texas A&M International University

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Skills

Technical Skills

  • Insurance & Workers’ Compensation Fraud Investigation
  • GPS Tracking & Covert Surveillance
  • Skip Tracing & Person Location
  • Legal Report Writing & Evidence Compilation
  • Video/Photo Surveillance Documentation
  • Background Checks & Social Media Recon
  • Courtroom Testimony & Legal Coordination
  • Interviewing, Depositions & Case Summaries

Soft Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Confidentiality & Compliance
  • Bilingual Communication (English & Spanish)
  • Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving

Certifications

Licensed Private Investigator

Texas Department of Public Safety

Advanced Surveillance Certification

PI Institute of America

Legal Evidence & Courtroom Readiness Workshop

Score
85/100
Work Experience
87/100
Projects
0/100
Certifications
80/100
Education
75/100
Header
90/100
Profile
88/100
Skills
90/100
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Strong bilingual communication skills (English and Spanish) enhancing client interaction and investigation reach.
Extensive hands-on experience with covert surveillance and GPS tracking technologies.
Proven ability to produce court-admissible evidence and provide expert testimony.
Robust collaboration with legal and insurance teams driving successful litigation support.

Work Experience

87%
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Projects

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Certifications

80%
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Education

75%
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Header

90%
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Profile

88%
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Skills

90%
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