Background	In a recent migration appeals matter, a visa over-stayer had appealed a deportation notice on the basis of incorrect identity. The investigative hypothesis was that the suspect had stolen the identity of another member of her ethnic community.
Collection	Using the stolen / assumed identity and the genuine identity we were able to collect a significant volume of material.
Collation	Material corresponding to each identity was organised into separate repositories.
Analysis	We were able to compare and contrast material from each account and reconcile this against a timeline. Biometric and visual comparison of the two identities was part of the analysis.
Product	Demonstration of the longstanding nature of the genuine account was through photos appearing across a range of account holders. By contrast the constructed identity / identity taken-over could not demonstrate the same provenance. Photos in the company of known parties at different times and places were considered to be material evidence.
Outcome	Material we provided contributed to the correct identification of the applicant.

Case Study 4: Identity Theft / Takeover