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Thomas G. Martin Finds Missing People

All work is supervised and completed by former agents of the FBI, DEA, IRS or Secret Service.

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What Types of Missing Person Cases Does MPI Handle?

At Martin Investigative Services, we specialize in locating people others can’t — from family members to fugitives. Whether you're trying to reconnect, resolve a legal matter, or get closure, our team of former federal agents brings unmatched tools to the search.

We regularly help clients find:

  • Estranged or missing family members

  • Runaway teens or minors

  • Estranged spouses or ex-partners

  • Debtors hiding from service

  • Witnesses or defendants who’ve vanished

  • Cold cases closed by law enforcement

  • Heirs and beneficiaries in probate disputes

Why choose Martin Investigative Services for locate services?  If we can’t find them, they can’t be found.

Highest success rate
In the industry.

Martin Investigative Services offers you the highest successful find rate in the industry, achieved through numerous proprietary data sources and investigators with decades of experience.

More data sources Hundreds of databases.

Whereas most services use 1 or 2 data sources, Martin Investigative Services has access to hundreds of databases at one time, across all 50 states, cities and counties.

Former Federal Agents Search & review.

Private investigators that are former Federal agents offer you decades of experience that eliminates time-consuming false leads, and helps ensure the quality of your search results.

MEET THOMAS MARTIN

Former Supervisory Federal Agent. • 50 Years Experience

Thomas G. Martin is a highly decorated former Federal agent and the founder of Martin Investigative Services — one of the nation’s leading private investigation firms.

He leads a team of 22 investigators, all former federal agents (DEA, FBI, IRS, Secret Service), specializing in finding missing persons, solving cold cases, and conducting high-stakes investigations.

With a proven 50-year track record and nationwide reach, Martin Investigative Services delivers fast, discreet, and effective results.

Free & Confidential Consultation | California-Based, National Service

AWARDS AND CITATIONS:

  • U.S. Department of Justice: Two Special Achievement Awards
  • Government of Thailand: Departmental  Plaque
  • Republic of Korea: Special Commendation
  • Government of Uruguay: Special Achievement Award
  • Government of Spain: Award of Honor
  • Honolulu Police Department: Special Commendation
  • Ventura County California: Meritorious Service Award
  • Republic of Taiwan: Meritorious Service Award
  • Government of Argentina: Meritorious Service Award
  • Government of Venezuela: Meritorious Service Award
  • Government of the Philippines: Meritorious Service Award
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HOW CAN WE BE SO CONFIDENT?

Our investigators are Former Federal agents. Our network comprises private investigators that are former D, FBI, IRS, and Secret Service agents.
We are friendly and approachable. The idea of calling a private investigator can be intimidating. You will find us friendly and down-to-earth.

WHAT ELSE TO CONSIDER?

We offer a free consultation. No risk. Our friendly staff can help with your issue or point you in the right direction. The consult is free and confidential.

Ready?  Call (800) 577-1080.  We look forward to helping you!

Court Admissable

Evidence that stands up

Our experienced investigators provide court-admissible evidence that can make all the difference in a trial.

High Success Rate

For most cases

Our success rate is phenomenal and among the highest in the industry – if not the highest.

Your Privacy

We keep nothing

We give all copies of photos and videos collected during any surveillance investigation directly to the client. We keep nothing.

MARTINPI OPERATES THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES AND FOREIGN COUNTRIES

We can have a team ready in 2 days. Are you ready?

Newport Beach Private Investigation

Our Corporate Office - 620 Newport Center Drive, Suite 1100, Newport Beach, CA 92660.

FAQs

Martin Investigative Services handles a wide range of missing person cases, including:

  • Long-lost family members and adoptees

  • Runaway teens or missing children

  • Estranged spouses or ex-partners

  • Witnesses or defendants who have vanished

  • Debtors intentionally avoiding service

  • Cold cases no longer active with law enforcement

  • Heirs, beneficiaries, or next of kin in legal matters

Every search is led by former federal agents and supported by advanced, proprietary databases — far beyond typical public record searches. Whether you're seeking closure, legal resolution, or reunion, we pursue answers with speed, discretion, and unmatched precision.

Martin Investigative Services was founded in 1981 by Thomas G. Martin, a former DEA agent with over 50 years of investigative experience. Mr. Martin has represented the U.S. Department of Justice in all 50 states and over 60 countries.

Our headquarters is located at 620 Newport Center Drive, Suite 1100, Newport Beach, CA 92660.
We proudly serve clients nationwide, and our investigators operate in all 50 states and internationally when needed. In-person consultations are available by appointment.

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