ABOUT US
When I retired from Sussex Police as a Detective Sergeant specialising in fraud investigation I knew I had two career options. I had gained the expertise to become a professional fraudster or I could become an independent fraud advisor to help companies and individuals combat this ever-growing criminal trend. Of course there was only one choice I would ever take. I now want to help you solve your fraud problem.
If you are a fraud victim or your business has been subjected to fraud and you need help or advice regarding a suspected fraud it is important to turn to someone you can trust; someone you can talk to personally who will explain everything in plain language, not jargon; someone who has a good reputation that you can check out for yourself.
I want you to check thoroughly to ensure I am who I say I am and that I have the qualifications I claim to have. Research me on the internet or ask any one of the organisations I am associated with including Sussex Police, Companies House, The South East Fraud Forum, Deans Business Club, Newhaven Chamber of Commerce, Federation of Small Businesses, etc.
I want you to trust me to do my best for you, whether that be to help you get justice or to recover your money.
Who am I?
I am Dick Bollard and I live and work in Peacehaven near Brighton in Sussex. Before setting up The Fraud Advisor my entire working life has been in public service in the Royal Navy and Sussex Police. My company is Fraud Advisor Ltd, registered in England, number 6707151. I call myself THE FRAUD ADVISOR because it sums up what I do - I advise people how to deal with complicated fraud.
I have worked independently since January 2009 when I left Sussex Police having spent 10 years as a Detective in the Major Fraud Unit. I helped to prosecute many serious fraudsters, many involving business fraud, sometimes in partnership with the Serious Fraud Office and other agencies. All this experience helps me to help you. It is like having your own private Police Officer with specialist fraud experience. Through my wide network of associates I can arrange Forensic Computer Examination, Forensic Accounting, Surveillance and Sworn Affidavits to enhance the fraud investigation service I offer.
I am a former Director of the South East Fraud Forum (SEFF) – a non-profit making organisation that fights fraud. I am a member of The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) which is a worldwide network of fraud specialists each with a minimum 5 years experience in the field. I have continued my professional development by attending masterclasses by SEFF and ACFE.
What can I do for you
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Note to National and International Investigators
The Fraud Advisor, being Sussex-based, can assist fraud investigators from all industries and organisations in taking statements in the Sussex area and can assist International Police Forces and International Investigators in statement taking and other fraud enquiries anywhere in the UK.
THE IMPORTANCE OF CONFIDENTIALITY
A personal message from Dick Bollard: -
"29 in 30 commercial frauds are never reported to Police. The predominant reason is a concern that the publicity may have a negative effect on business – either through share prices dropping or customers going elsewhere through fear of fraud. Charities suffer if donors think their money is likely to be stolen. Banks suffer adverse reactions to publicity about fraud and customers leave. All businesses need to avoid bad publicity. It is therefore essential that I understand your concerns and promise absolute confidentiality from the first moment you contact me. My reputation depends on confidentiality."
Dick Bollard
Fraud Advisor Ltd. is registered in England, company number 06707151, registered office 3a Downs Walk, Peacehaven, East Sussex BN10 7SN.