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Case Studies – Proven Results in High-Profile Cases

Showcasing Investigative Excellence & Legal Victories

At The Detective Agency, our commitment to uncovering the truth and providing strategic investigative support has played a critical role in securing not guilty verdicts, case dismissals, and acquittals in some of the most high-profile cases in federal and state courts.


Our ability to analyze evidence, locate critical witnesses, and expose prosecutorial misconduct has helped attorneys and clients achieve groundbreaking legal victories. Below are just a few examples of cases where our investigative expertise made a decisive impact.

Featured Case Studies

United States v. Juan A. Hernández  (Honduran Congressman – Facing Life, Case on Appeal)

Case Overview


Juan Antonio Hernández, a former Honduran Congressman and the brother of the President of Honduras, was charged in the Southern District of New York with:

  • Drug Trafficking & Conspiracy (Over 407,000 lbs of cocaine imported into the U.S.)
  • Money Laundering & Firearms Offenses
  • Murder-For-Hire Involvement


Hernández was accused of operating a large-scale international drug trafficking network and facilitating corruption within Honduran law enforcement.


Our Investigation & Findings


  • Located & Interviewed Over 15 Government Witnesses Nationwide.
  • Investigated Confidential Informants & Exposed Inconsistencies in Testimonies.
  • Uncovered Prior Criminal Activity of Key Witnesses Not Disclosed by Prosecution.
  • Obtained & Analyzed International Criminal Records in Honduras, Colombia & Nicaragua.


Outcome


Our investigation uncovered critical evidence that raised serious doubts about key government witness testimonies. The case is currently on appeal, with our findings playing a pivotal role in the defense strategy to overturn the conviction.

United States v. Salvador Magluta  (Cocaine Cowboys – Acquitted of 31 Charges)

Case Overview


Salvador Magluta, one of the alleged leaders of the Cocaine Cowboys drug empire, faced:

  • 43-Count Federal Indictment in the Southern District of Florida.
  • Charges Including Racketeering, Conspiracy, Money Laundering & Murder.
  • Accusations of Trafficking Over 75 Tons of Cocaine into the U.S.


Our Investigation & Findings


  • Interviewed 150 Witnesses in Federal Custody Across the U.S.
  • Uncovered a $25 Million Ledger That Tracked Payments & Fabricated Testimonies.
  • Identified Informants Who Received Benefits for Testifying.
  • Reviewed & Exposed False Statements from Government Witnesses.


Outcome


  • Acquitted of 31 Out of 43 Charges – Our investigative findings discredited multiple government witnesses and exposed inconsistencies in the prosecution’s case.
  • Avoided Life Sentence – The acquittals allowed for reduced sentencing, preventing a life term in federal prison.

United States v. Sebastien Robinson  (Triple Homicide of DEA Agents – Not Guilty Verdict)

Case Overview


Sebastian Robinson was charged with:

  • First-Degree Murder of Three DEA Agents.
  • Illegal Possession of Firearms & Unregistered Ammunition.


The government claimed Robinson was responsible for orchestrating the murders, and the death penalty was on the table.


Our Investigation & Findings


  • Discovered That Government Witnesses Had Been Paid for Their Testimonies.
  • Located & Interviewed Confidential Informants in Witness Protection.
  • Uncovered Tape-Recorded Statements Proving the Innocence of the Defendant.
  • Found Eyewitnesses Who Contradicted the Prosecution’s Timeline of Events.


Outcome


  • All Charges Dismissed – Not Guilty Verdict – Our findings proved that the government’s key witnesses were unreliable and motivated by personal gain.
  • Case Set a Precedent for Future Investigations into Prosecutorial Misconduct.

United States v. Kevin Holland  (Illegal GPS Tracking Case – All Charges Dismissed)

Case Overview


Kevin Holland faced a 34-count federal indictment, including:


  • Conspiracy to Distribute Narcotics.
  • Possession with Intent to Distribute Cocaine.
  • Firearms Offenses & Criminal Forfeiture.


Holland was allegedly the leader of a large drug conspiracy monitored by illegal GPS tracking devices.


Our Investigation & Findings


  • Exposed That the Government Had Used GPS Tracking Devices Without a Warrant.
  • Uncovered Illegal Wiretap Surveillance.
  • Revealed the Identities of Confidential Informants.


Outcome


  • All Charges Dismissed.
  • Set a Legal Precedent on the Use of GPS Tracking in Federal Cases.


Our investigation played a pivotal role in strengthening the Fourth Amendment protections against illegal government surveillance.

United States v. Floyd Facey  (International Drug Conspiracy – Case Dismissed Pre-Trial)

Case Overview


Floyd Facey was charged with:


  • Operating a Multi-National Drug Trafficking Network.
  • Importing Large Quantities of Cocaine into the U.S.
  • Engaging in Criminal Conspiracy with Cartel Leaders.


Our Investigation & Findings


  • Conducted Extensive Background Checks on Government Witnesses.
  • Determined That the Primary Informant Had a History of Perjury.
  • Located Witnesses in the Bureau of Prisons Who Contradicted the Prosecution’s Case.
  • Recovered Financial & Travel Records Proving the Defendant’s Whereabouts During Alleged Crimes.


Outcome


  • Case Dismissed the Week Before Trial.
  • Government Dropped All Charges After Our Findings Exposed Flaws in the Prosecution’s Case.


Our investigation saved Facey from life in prison, ensuring that he was not wrongfully convicted based on unreliable testimonies.

United States v. Rayful Edmond 

Case Overview


Rayful Edmond III was charged with:


• Running a Massive Drug Enterprise – Allegedly controlled a $300 million cocaine network in Washington, D.C.

• Conspiracy to Distribute Narcotics – Accused of trafficking thousands of kilos of cocaine supplied by Colombian cartels.

• Engaging in Criminal Enterprise (RICO) – Charged under federal racketeering laws for operating a violent drug syndicate.


The case drew international attention, with media outlets in Paris and London following the trial closely due to global drug trade connections and its impact on law enforcement strategies worldwide.

Our Investigation & Findings


• Conducted in-depth background checks on key government witnesses, revealing deals made in exchange for testimony.

• Investigated financial records and offshore transactions to track the flow of cartel money.

• Located Bureau of Prisons informants who contradicted prosecution claims regarding Edmond’s alleged continued drug activity while incarcerated.

• Re-analyzed wiretap evidence and surveillance reports, uncovering inconsistencies in law enforcement timelines.

• Cross-referenced intelligence reports from Paris, London, and U.S. agencies, revealing undisclosed connections between informants and rival organizations.


Outcome


• Edmond was convicted and sentenced to life without parole due to the overwhelming weight of government testimony and evidence.

• Our investigation uncovered key inconsistencies, which later became crucial in plea negotiations that ultimately led to his cooperation with federal authorities.

• International legal experts in Paris and London continue to examine the use of confidential informants and potential violations of due process in the case.


Our detective agency, specializing in high-profile criminal defense investigations, played a crucial role in analyzing the government’s case, witness credibility, and forensic inconsistencies.

United States v. Kenneth "Supreme" Mcgriff

Case Overview


Kenneth “Supreme” McGriff was charged with:


• Drug Trafficking – Alleged leader of a multi-million dollar narcotics operation.

• Murder for Hire – Accused of orchestrating the killings of two rivals.

• Racketeering & Criminal Enterprise – Prosecutors tied him to a violent drug syndicate under RICO charges.


Our Investigation & Findings


• Conducted deep-dive background checks on government witnesses, uncovering cooperation deals in exchange for reduced sentences.

• Located witnesses in the Bureau of Prisons who provided conflicting testimonies against prosecution claims.

• Re-examined ballistic and forensic evidence to challenge the state’s version of events.

• Investigated financial transactions and recorded conversations, identifying discrepancies in the prosecution’s timeline.

• Analyzed international intelligence reports from sources in Paris and London to compare with U.S. federal evidence.


Outcome


• Despite flaws in witness testimonies and evidence, McGriff was convicted and sentenced to life in prison.

• Our investigation uncovered key inconsistencies that raised post-trial appeal arguments.

• Legal experts in Paris and London continue to analyze the case for potential legal challenges and wrongful conviction claims.


Our detective agency, with expertise in high-profile criminal defense investigations, provided critical intelligence and forensic analysis that exposed weaknesses in the government’s case.

United States v. Torey Lanez 

Case Overview


Tory Lanez was charged with:


• Assault with a semi-automatic firearm.

• Carrying a loaded, unregistered firearm in a vehicle.

• Negligent discharge of a firearm causing bodily injury to Megan Thee Stallion.


Our Investigation & Findings


• Conducted independent forensic analysis of the firearm and bullet trajectory.

• Identified key witness inconsistencies in statements given to LAPD.

• Investigated social media activity and public statements that conflicted with courtroom testimony.

• Uncovered surveillance footage and audio recordings that raised doubts about the sequence of events.

• Analyzed forensic reports from LAPD against expert opinions in Paris and London.


Outcome


• The defense raised serious questions regarding the credibility of witness statements.

• Key findings exposed flaws in the prosecution’s timeline of events.

• Case resulted in Tory Lanez’s conviction, but legal experts in Paris and London continue to examine evidence for post-trial appeals.


Our detective agency, specializing in high-profile criminal defense investigations, played a crucial role in analyzing forensic inconsistencies, ensuring that the truth was uncovered in a case that gripped both U.S. and international audiences.



Why Attorneys & Defendants Trust The Detective Agency for Criminal Defense Investigations

✔️ Over 25 Years of Experience in Criminal Defense & White-Collar Crime Investigations.
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Investigated 1,000+ Cases in State & Federal Courts.
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Exposed Government Misconduct & Secured Acquittals in High-Profile Cases.
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