When something in your family life doesn’t feel right, the uncertainty can be as painful as the truth. Metro Detective Agency helps individuals and families navigate sensitive situations with discretion, professionalism, and court‑ready results. Based in Livonia and serving the greater Metro Detroit area, our licensed investigators combine investigative experience, ethical practices, and modern forensics to get answers while protecting your privacy.

What are family investigations? Family investigations address concerns that affect relationships and household wellbeing. Common family matters we handle include:

• Matrimonial investigations (suspected infidelity)
• Child custody and parental fitness inquiries
• Missing persons and runaway youth searches
• Locating non‑custodial parents (for custody, support, or welfare)
• Background checks on nannies, caregivers, tutors, and other household hires
• Asset searches in divorce or separation cases
• Verification of lifestyle, employment, or cohabitation claims
• Witness interviews and evidence collection for family law proceedings

How Metro Detective Agency approaches family cases Every family matter is different. We begin with a confidential consultation to understand your concerns, priorities, and legal constraints. After intake we provide a clear plan outlining scope, timeline, and estimated fees so you can make an informed decision.

Key elements of our approach:

• Confidential intake: Your privacy is our priority. We use secure communications and confidentiality agreements to protect client information.
• Legal, ethical methods: All surveillance and investigative activity is conducted within legal boundaries. We never trespass, hack, or use entrapment.
• Customized plans: Investigations are tailored to your goals—whether you need brief documentation or a full evidence package for court.
• Chain of custody and HIPAA awareness: We maintain strict evidence handling standards so findings are admissible when needed.
• Court‑ready reporting: Detailed reports, time‑stamped photos/videos, sworn affidavits, and expert witness testimony are available to support family court proceedings.

Common family investigation services we provide

• Matrimonial and infidelity investigations Discreet mobile and stationary surveillance with time‑stamped video and photographic evidence. We document patterns of behavior—meetings, travel, or activity—that can help clients and their attorneys make decisions in divorce, separation, or reconciliation matters.
• Child custody & parental fitness evaluations Objective documentation of parenting behaviors, living conditions, or routines that impact a child’s welfare. We combine observation, background screening, and, if appropriate, interviews to create an impartial factual record for courts.
• Background checks for household hires Comprehensive screening for nannies, caregivers, tutors, and contractors: criminal record checks, civil filings, employment and education verification, and reference validation to reduce risk to children and vulnerable family members.
• Missing persons and runaway youth Skip‑tracing and investigative techniques to locate missing family members quickly. We leverage proprietary databases, public records, social media analysis, and fieldwork to reunite families or locate non‑custodial parents.
• Asset and financial investigations Identification of undisclosed assets or income often needed in divorce, support, or guardianship cases. We search property records, business filings, financial leads, and lifestyle indicators to locate hidden holdings.
• Digital forensics Legal extraction and analysis of data from phones, computers, and cloud accounts to recover messages, location data, deleted files, or other digital evidence that supports family law claims.

When is it appropriate to hire a private investigator for family issues? Consider professional help when:

• You need factual evidence (documentation or video) to present to an attorney or the court.
• You’re concerned about the safety of a child, elderly person, or vulnerable household member.
• Background information about a new partner, caregiver, or tenant is incomplete or suspicious.
• A loved one is missing and law enforcement needs supplemental tools or resources.
• You require discreet fact‑finding without escalating conflict at home.

What you can expect working with us

• Discretion: Investigations are handled with sensitivity so your family’s dignity and safety are preserved.
• Clear communication: We’ll explain methods, risks, and timelines and provide regular, secure updates.
• Transparent billing: Hourly and flat‑fee options; a free initial case assessment helps set expectations.
• Court support: Our evidence is prepared with chain‑of‑custody documentation and investigators can provide affidavits or testify if required.

Protecting your family and your rights Family matters are emotionally charged and legally complex. Metro Detective Agency brings licensed investigators with law‑enforcement and private‑sector experience to provide calm, objective, and effective assistance. Whether you need discreet surveillance, a thorough background check, or help locating a missing person, our team is prepared to act quickly and compassionately.

Request a free, confidential consultation If you’re facing a family concern and want a discreet, professional path forward, call Metro Detective Agency at 248‑315‑2440 (Office, 24/7) or visit https://metrodetectiveagency.us/ to request a free case review. We’ll listen without judgment, explain your options, and design an investigation that protects your family and supports your legal needs.