Jack Roberts is the lead investigator and owner of Global Investigations Ltd. London-based and proud Welshman born in the 1970s, Jack has spent more than three decades at the forefront of professional investigation in the UK and internationally.
Jack began his career in the tracing industry at the age of 20 in South West London, initially working at Corporate Investigations in Molesey before moving to Chase 3c Investigations in Richmond. He quickly gained a reputation for exceptional diligence and an ability to trace individuals others could not, establishing himself early on as a standout investigator in people tracing.
In 1992, Jack founded Global Investigations, which became a limited company in 1994. Originally established as a specialist people tracing agency, the firm has grown steadily and is now widely recognised within both the investigative industry and the media. Today, Global Investigations operates across a range of investigative disciplines, supported by in-house specialists and trusted international partners.
Jack specialises in complex and sensitive investigations, including:
These cases frequently involve challenging circumstances, international locations, or both.
Jack is also an active member of numerous professional organisations in the UK and internationally.
Jack and his team have been involved in many high-profile and successful investigations, many of which have been featured in the UK and international press. Publications include The Daily Telegraph, The Sun, Maxim, and FHM, where Jack has contributed as both a content writer and industry advisor on surveillance and investigative tactics.
Global Investigations has also worked extensively with television and media, contributing research, tracing, and investigative support to major productions, including:
In 2019, the UK’s bestselling crime author Peter James introduced the character of Jack Roberts and featured Jack (as Jack) in his novel Dead at First Sight, drawing inspiration from Jack’s real-world investigative experience.
Jack and the team at Global Investigations also advised on aspects of online romance scams, highlighting the authentic challenges they encounter in the field and adding a layer of realism to the crime fiction.
In 2024, Peter James brought Jack back in his book They Thought I Was Dead.
Jack has also appeared in several television documentaries and programmes.
Jack has been a member of the Association of British Investigators (ABI) and the Institute of Professional Investigators (IPI) for over 30 years. He holds the designation of MIPI, confirming his status as a qualified and registered private investigator. He is also a member of the World Association of Detectives (WAD), alongside numerous other professional bodies.
Jack holds a valid Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate through the ABI and is recommended by the Law Society of England and Wales.
Under Jack’s leadership, Global Investigations has exposed numerous fake and scam identities originating from countries including Senegal, Ukraine, Nigeria, and the Philippines.
Notable cases include:
Outside of work, Jack enjoys keeping fit, watching sport, and participating in high-adrenaline activities, including gliding, paragliding, and target shooting at licensed ranges. He also values spending quality time with his family.
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