Who we are

The world has become increasingly dependent on technology. As the world has been changing, so have criminals who use technology to commit crimes. Police, crime analysts, and prosecutors must adapt with the changing environment to be able to identify offenders and locate evidence for prosecution.

Hi-Tech Investigations’ main goal is to provide high quality and relevant training to Law Enforcement, Crime Analysts, and Prosecutors with knowledge that can be immediately used to help identify offenders, gather hi-tech evidence, and help solve crimes. Students can also use their new knowledge to review cold cases and try to bring justice to victims and their families.

Many instructors with Hi-Tech Investigations are current or retired Law Enforcement Investigators with decades of experience in criminal investigations using Hi-Tech tools and techniques.

Hi-Tech Investigations LLC has provided over 100 classes and webinars to over 8,000 police officers, crime analysts, and prosecutors since 2021. Countless former students have given excellent reviews, referred co-workers, and have taken additional classes.

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Meet the Team

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    Jeff German

    Owner & Lead Instructor

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    Kipp Loving

    Connected Vehicle Instructor

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    Darin McVicker

    Financial Crimes/Cryptocurrency Instructor

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    Matt Bonin

    Cellular Record Analysis & Nighthawk Instructor

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    Mark Astrella

    Social Media & OSINT Instructor

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    Justin Wykes

    Digital Footprints & Data Analysis Instructor

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    JD Nickolas

    Digital Footprints & Data Analysis Instructor