BLOCKCHAIN FORENSIC INVESTIGATIONS & TRACING

Recovery of stolen cryptocurrency is extremely difficult. The immutable nature of blockchain transactions means that once funds are moved, they can’t be reversed. Most stolen funds are laundered through exchanges or mixing services within hours of the theft, making direct recovery unlikely.

That said, my investigation isn't primarily about recovery - it's about understanding what happened, identifying who took your funds, and building a case for potential prosecution. These outcomes take time and persistence, but they're achievable.

That said recovery is not impossible. However, be skeptical of anyone promising recovery or claiming high success rates. If you're being pitched recovery guarantees, that's a red flag. My approach is honest: I investigate thoroughly, document everything, and provide you with evidence and leads that you can use with law enforcement or legal counsel.

Cases of any size are open. However, from a practical standpoint, investigation costs typically make sense when stolen funds are $10,000 or more. Below that threshold, the investigation cost may exceed the stolen amount, which isn't efficient for you.

That said, I've handled cases as small as $400 and as large as $10 million. An average case involves around $100,000 in stolen funds. If your case is smaller, we can discuss options—sometimes a quick consultation or limited investigation is more cost-effective than a full engagement.

Don't assume your case is too small to matter. Reach out and we can evaluate what makes sense.

Investigation costs vary based on complexity and investigation duration. I typically charge around $110–120 USD per hour (approximately €100 EUR).

The average case costs about $2,000 USD in total investigation fees, though cases range from $400 to well over $5,000+ depending on scope. A straightforward case involving a single theft and clear transaction path might resolve quickly. Complex cases involving multiple wallets, exchanges, or jurisdictional challenges take longer.

Financing the costs over several months can be arranged as well.

You'll receive a detailed scope and estimated timeline before we begin. Investigations can be ongoing—if new leads emerge, we discuss next steps and additional costs before proceeding. You're always in control of the budget.

The sooner, the better. This is the most important factor in any investigation.

If theft occurred within the last 24 hours, there's still a slim chance funds haven't been moved or laundered yet. After a few days, most stolen cryptocurrency has already passed through exchanges or mixing services, making it significantly harder to trace and recover.

That said, don't panic if it's been longer. Even if funds were stolen weeks or months ago, I can still investigate. I can identify transaction patterns, trace fund movement through exchanges, and work toward identifying the perpetrators and building a case for prosecution or civil recovery.

Time matters, but it's not everything. Contact me immediately if the theft just happened, but don't assume your case is hopeless if some time has passed.

Yes, I help with both.

Recent losses (within days or weeks) give us the best chance of intercepting funds before they're fully laundered. I can work quickly to identify exchange deposits, trace wallet movements, and potentially coordinate with exchanges or law enforcement.

Older losses (months or years ago) are more challenging but still investigable. I can trace historical transaction patterns, identify recurring addresses or behaviors, and build a case for prosecution even if direct recovery seems unlikely. These investigations often take a few days.

Sicher Height works with clients from all over the world. It does not matter where you are located.

Pricing is typically based in Euros as business registration is in Germany. However, we can do payments in a number of currencies including dollars, sterling or euros. Probably close to half of our clients are non-EU.