Why We Protect Our Investigations
Our North Star is to end the suffering of animals by dismantling organised animal crime and ensuring every animal is protected.
1 | Animals are our primary concern
Our mission is to protect animals from cruelty.
Every decision we make, from our investigative methods to our communication strategies, is guided by the question, “How will this affect the animals we are working to protect?”
2 | Never give criminals an advantage
There are many successes we wish we could share with the public, but we must ask ourselves, “If this information is published, will it make those involved in animal crimes harder to catch?” If sharing details could compromise our investigations or give criminals new ideas, we choose not to release that information.
3 | Uphold the highest standards
Our team operates under strict ethical and legal guidelines to ensure our investigations are both effective and beyond reproach.
Adherence to these standards is crucial—if we deviate from our procedures, it could jeopardise our mission to bring criminals to justice and protect animals.
How can I stay informed about your work if you don’t publish case details?
We provide regular updates through aggregated data, impact reports, and anonymised stories that reflect the broader outcomes of our work.
How do you define an investigation?
At our organisation, an investigation is a structured process that includes both the gathering and analysis of intelligence, as well as the development of detailed evidential packages.
When reporting our impact figures, we include both Stage 1 and Stage 2 investigations:
- Stage 1 Investigations: These are preliminary investigations where we log intelligence and conduct research to identify potential information, which we then share with law enforcement.
- Stage 2 Investigations: These are full investigations that involve producing a comprehensive evidential package designed to support legal proceedings.
By defining investigations in this way, we provide a clear picture of our efforts at every stage, ensuring transparency and accountability in our mission to combat organised animal cruelty.
What happens after an investigation is completed?
After completing an investigation, we compile our findings into an evidential package, which is then shared with law enforcement or other relevant authorities to support legal proceedings and bring perpetrators to justice.
How do you collaborate with law enforcement?
We work closely with law enforcement agencies by providing them with detailed intelligence and evidential packages. We also offer ongoing support during legal proceedings, ensuring that our investigations contribute effectively to the prosecution of offenders.
How are your investigations funded?
Our investigations are funded through donations. We rely on this support to continue our work and expand our efforts to combat animal cruelty.
Do you work internationally or just within a specific country?
We operate internationally, focusing our efforts on regions where organised animal cruelty is most prevalent and where we can make the most significant impact.
How do you measure the success of your investigations?
Success is measured by the number of cases we successfully bring to the attention of law enforcement, the legal actions taken as a result, and ultimately, the reduction of organised animal cruelty in the regions where we operate.
Why don’t you share specific details about your investigations?
Our primary mission is to protect animals from harm and to ensure that those responsible for animal cruelty are brought to justice. Sharing specific details about our investigations could compromise ongoing investigations and give criminals insights into our methods. By keeping certain details confidential, we ensure that our work remains effective and secure.