With over a decade of experience, Croma Detectives has established itself as a leading private investigation firm in Mallorca, Ibiza and Catalonia. Our ethical, discreet and results-oriented approach has enabled us to work on high-profile cases, making a positive impact in every investigation, many of which have been recognised by the media and endorsed by institutional authorities.
Below, we share some of our most notable success stories, in which our research has made a real difference.
Notable Private Investigation Cases
Gina, the 5-year-old girl abducted by her father
In December 2025, our agency, Croma Detectives, was commissioned to assist in the search for a five-year-old girl who had been abducted by her father and taken out of Spain without her mother’s consent.
Following an initial analysis of the father’s circumstances and the gathering of strategic information, we launched an investigation aimed at determining whether an international abduction had taken place. Through documentary review, meticulous verification of contacts, interviews with those close to the family, and direct coordination with the Catalan and Italian authorities, we managed to obtain strong evidence that the child was in Italy. Throughout the investigation, we combined technical analysis with operational experience and professional intuition – a key factor that enabled us to anticipate movements and correctly direct our course of action, thereby obtaining solid evidence that the child was in Italy.
The investigation confirmed his whereabouts, providing key information that enabled the relevant legal procedures to be set in motion and facilitated his safe return to Spain.
Our involvement was not limited to the investigation phase, but extended to monitoring the proceedings in person at the Juvenile Court in Naples, ensuring support for Gina’s mother and constant coordination with the authorities and security at every stage, which ultimately enabled mother and daughter to be reunited in El Prat de Llobregat, thus bringing the case to a successful conclusion and reinforcing our commitment to efficiency, sensitivity and professionalism in highly complex investigations.
Links to the news articles:
“His father told him that his mother had died” – Article 14 (2 February 2026)
Undercover operations at private parties to detect illegal activities.
In collaboration with the state security forces, we carried out an undercover operation to infiltrate high-risk private events held in Ibiza in 2023. The undercover work enabled us to document illegal activities, which facilitated the dismantling of a criminal network with international links.
Link to the news article:
Undercover detectives help to dismantle a criminal organisation – Cadena SER (6 November 2023)
Award received:
Category A Honourable Mention for outstanding collaboration in high-impact operations, awarded by the Directorate-General of Police.
Non-compliant boats at Port Esportiu Marina Ibiza
During the 2024 season, Croma Detectives was commissioned to carry out a nautical audit at the facilities of the Ibiza marina. We identified boats exceeding the permitted length limits, occupying berths irregularly.
Mediante seguimiento documental, observación prolongada y técnicas especializadas de medición, elaboramos un informe técnico clave para que la Autoridad Portuaria y la Capitanía Marítima tomaran medidas correctivas.
Link to the news article:
Longer boats spotted at Ibiza’s Port Náutic – Periódico de Ibiza (24 March 2025)
Investigation into unlicensed taxis in Ibiza
During the summers of 2023 and 2024, we investigated the operations of illegal transport networks in Ibiza. We documented patterns of unauthorised pick-ups, excessive fares and situations posing a risk to passengers, enabling the Ibiza Island Council and the local councils to take effective action.
Links to the news articles:
Unlicensed taxi driver arrested on suspicion of assault – Diario de Ibiza (10 October 2024)
Unqualified practice in the dental sector
At the request of the Official College of Dentists of Catalonia, in 2016 we carried out an investigation into possible unauthorised practice within the healthcare sector. We uncovered several cases of fake dentists without the necessary qualifications, which posed a serious risk to public health. The case set a precedent for professional regulation in Spain.
Link to the news article:
Award received:
Honourable Mention in Category B for a contribution to the protection of professional practice and public health, awarded by the Directorate-General of the Police.
Official Acknowledgements
Our efforts have not only attracted media attention, but have also been recognised by official bodies:
Honourable Mention, Category A (2023) – Directorate-General of Police
Honourable Mention, Category B (2017) – Directorate-General of Police
Frequently Asked Questions
What sort of investigations does Croma Detectives carry out?
At Croma Detectives, we offer private investigation services for both individuals and businesses, covering a wide range of areas. Our specialities include:
- Administrative and financial fraud: investigation of fraud, document forgery, misappropriation, etc.
- Monitoring and tracking of sick leave: detecting cases of malingering, working whilst on sick leave, or fraudulent use of temporary incapacity leave.
- Review and verification of custody arrangements: monitoring compliance with regulatory agreements, visiting arrangements and the child’s environment.
- Infiltration at events or in the workplace: detection of sabotage, information leaks, unfair competition or workplace harassment.
- Infidelity and personal conduct: investigations in the private sphere, always within the established legal limits.
- Tracing people or assets: locating debtors, heirs, missing persons or hidden assets.
- Electronic analysis and counter-surveillance: detection of hidden microphones, spy cameras or GPS tracking devices.
- Asset investigations: an analysis of the actual financial circumstances of an individual or company, for legal or judicial purposes.
- Support in legal proceedings: obtaining admissible evidence for civil, employment, criminal or family proceedings.
Furthermore, we play an active role in investigations of particular social significance and cooperate with the security forces when the situation requires it.
Do you work with public sector organisations?
Yes. We regularly collaborate with local councils, professional bodies and the state security forces.
Do the reports have legal validity?
Yes. Our reports are admissible in court and comply with all current privacy and legal regulations.
Do you need a professional investigation?
Get in touch with us today and tell us about your situation. Discretion, trust and efficiency are our guarantee.
