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Trusted Private Investigator in Colorado Springs & Denver
BrightStar Investigations is Colorado's most trusted private investigator firm serving Denver and Colorado Springs. With a team combining decades of experience in federal law enforcement, military intelligence, and private investigations, we utilize cutting-edge surveillance technology and proven methodologies to deliver discreet, reliable results. Our services span infidelity investigations, missing persons cases, background checks, social media investigations, and legal support for attorneys.Recognized by the Better Business Bureau with an A+ rating and endorsed by legal professionals statewide, we maintain active memberships in the National Association of Legal Investigators and other industry-leading organizations. Our veteran-led team prioritizes client confidentiality while providing 24/7 availability for urgent cases. Client testimonials consistently highlight our rapid response times, comprehensive reporting, and exceptional success rates in complex investigations.
Services
Surveillance Investigations
Missing Persons
Background Checks
Social Media Investigations
Process Serving
Highlights and features
- Available 8am-9pm daily for urgent cases
- A+ rating from Better Business Bureau
- Veteran-led team with federal law enforcement experience
- Advanced surveillance technology and social media investigation tools
- Proven success in complex cases with 100+ combined years of experience
Associations and certifications
- Better Business Bureau
What people say
Quick and effective
Highly recommend
Exceptional results
Professional service
24/7 availability
Services
Surveillance Investigations
Our surveillance services utilize advanced technology to monitor and document subjects discreetly. Clients receive high-definition video evidence and detailed reports for cases involving infidelity, child custody disputes, or insurance fraud. Our investigators maintain strict confidentiality while gathering admissible evidence for legal proceedings.
Missing Persons
Specialized in locating individuals who don't want to be found, we combine database access with field investigation techniques. Our success includes reuniting families and locating witnesses for legal cases. We utilize skip tracing and social media analysis to achieve results where other agencies have failed.
Background Checks
Comprehensive background investigations include criminal records, employment verification, and financial history. Our services help clients make informed decisions about business partners, tenants, or potential spouses. We access databases unavailable to standard consumer services.
Social Media Investigations
We uncover critical digital evidence from social media platforms and encrypted communications. Our team preserves data in legally admissible formats for use in litigation or personal matters. This includes recovering deleted content and tracking online activities.
Process Serving
Professional service of legal documents including restraining orders, divorce papers, and court summons. Our experienced servers handle difficult cases with 98% success rate. We provide detailed affidavits of service and court-ready documentation.
People
Craig Smith
Lead Investigator
Former Army intelligence specialist with combat experience in Iraq and Afghanistan. Holds BA in Intelligence Studies from Mercyhurst University and M.S.Ed from Canisius College. Serves on the board of the Professional Private Investigators Association of Colorado.
Questions
What services does BrightStar Investigations offer?
We provide surveillance, missing persons investigations, background checks, social media investigations, and process serving for both individuals and legal professionals.
Are your investigators licensed and insured?
Yes, we are a fully licensed, bonded, and insured private investigation firm with A+ BBB accreditation.
How quickly can you serve legal documents?
We typically serve documents within 24-48 hours, with urgent cases completed in under 2 hours when needed.
Do you operate outside Colorado Springs and Denver?
While based in Colorado Springs and Denver, we conduct investigations statewide and have network resources for multi-state cases.
Can you help with child custody cases?
Yes, we provide discreet surveillance and evidence collection services for child custody disputes and parental fitness evaluations.
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Reviews (4)
Dan Andrews
Oct 26, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Couldnt have asked for a better experience. Craig was incredibly responsive, knowledgeable and he did everything he said hed do. For sure give him a call when you need help that is out of your normal ability to get.
Couldnt have asked for a better experience. Craig was incredibly responsive, knowledgeable and he did everything he said hed do. For sure give him a call when you need help that is out of your normal ability to get.
Jane Morrison
Sep 19, 2021
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Brightstar Investigations is the company you can trust to get you the information you need. The owner is not just a great investigator but a true professional in every aspect of your situation. The in depth
investigation skills are one hundred percent on point. They get you exactly what you need. The communication before & after the investigation is impeccable. The written report at the end of the investigation leaves nothing unanswered or leaves any room for doubt. It was truly worth every penny we paid. If you are in need of an investigator look no further, this is the company you need.
investigation skills are one hundred percent on point. They get you exactly what you need. The communication before & after the investigation is impeccable. The written report at the end of the investigation leaves nothing unanswered or leaves any room for doubt. It was truly worth every penny we paid. If you are in need of an investigator look no further, this is the company you need.
Care Enterprise Llc
Sep 14, 2021
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I called BrightStar Investigations late in the evening, received a call that day, and then Craig called me back later that night. Craig asked me about our situation and the person I was looking for. We had not seen or heard from my brother-in-law for over 14 years. We hired Craig. Within a couple of days we received a phone call giving us a summary and a full report on my brother in law. Craig helped us get some closure and get closer to the truth we wanted to avoid. Craig was very sympathetic, but more than that he was knowledgeable and walked me through his process and the conclusion regarding
Sarah Laur
Jul 29, 2021
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My experience with this company and Craig, was nothing short of amazing!!! When I tell you that man got skills, I mean he got SKILLS!!!!! He did more on this case than he U.S. Marshals could even do!!!! He literally blew me out of the water with his ability to locate the man that hurt my baby girl!! Hes now behind bars, where he deserves to be, because of Craig!! I am living proof that you do not need to look elsewhere! Dont second guess yourself if your looking for someone to get the job done, because HE WILL GET THE JOB DONE!!!! Period!! This experience has changed my life and my daughter
