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30+
YEARS EXPERIENCE
100+
Combined Staff Years
4
Full-Time Investigators
Global
Investigative Partner
30+
YEARS EXPERIENCE
100+
Combined Staff Years
4
Full-Time Investigators
Global
Investigative Partner
Alden Wheeler
CHIEF INVESTIGATOR · DRONE PILOT & INSTRUCTOR FOR SCSAR · GPS & HIP PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR
We are a professional private investigations firm in South Carolina, backed by over 30 years of experience in Domestic, Criminal, and Insurance Fraud cases — with 4 full-time investigators representing a combined 100+ years of investigative expertise — serving all 46 counties of South Carolina.
Alden Wheeler is recognized as South Carolina's child custody specialist, known throughout the state for his unmatched record in family court investigations. He also locates missing persons anywhere in the world, leveraging deep connections within law enforcement and the military.
Alden serves on the NCISS Board of Directors, holds the position of SCALI Legislative Chair, and is a proud member of SCSAR as Chief Drone Pilot Instructor. He is a certified expert in GPS monitoring, DUI monitoring, and drug testing, and a certified ALIVE Active Shooter Survival Training Instructor. Private Investigations Training approved by SLED. Drone UAS Instructor in Search & Rescue, Thermography, NIST / BPERP Open Course, Inspections, Surveillance, and HAZMAT Detail.
As an FAA Part 107 certified drone pilot and instructor, Alden has expanded the agency into UAS operations, thermal imaging, search & rescue, and aerial evidence documentation. AWDA GPS is in the worldwide investigative database — a recognized Global Investigative Partner.
"We're private eyes and watching you." — H&O
2020–2026
Executive Board — NCISS
2017–2026
Legislative Chair — SCALI
2025–2027
World Association of Detectives
Certified
GPS Monitoring Expert
Certified
ALIVE Active Shooter Instructor
FAA
Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
Certified
Drone Instructor
SLED Approved
Private Investigator Instructor
WHAT WE DO
You'll Always Have Alden Wheeler In Your Corner
A private investigator can assist with problems covering a wide range of situations. We have all of the tools for a successful investigation — all consultations are confidential.
GPS TRACKING & MONITORING
Real-time GPS tracking and HIP home incarceration monitoring for court-ordered compliance programs.
CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS
Thorough criminal case investigation, evidence documentation, and coordination with legal counsel.
DOMESTIC CASES
Adultery, infidelity, and domestic dispute investigations handled with discretion and professionalism.
INSURANCE FRAUD
Surveillance, documentation, and evidence collection for insurance fraud claims and litigation support.
FOREIGN TRAVEL CASES
International investigations: Europe, Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, Italy, Caribbean, Russia, London, and worldwide.
CHILD CUSTODY — FAMILY COURT
South Carolina's recognized child custody specialist. Comprehensive family court investigation services.
SKIP TRACE & PERSON LOCATION
Locating missing persons, absent parties, and hard-to-find subjects — anywhere in the world.
BACKGROUND CHECKS
Comprehensive background investigations for personal, legal, and corporate purposes.
DRUG TESTING CENTER
14-panel drug screening Mon–Fri 9am–5pm. DUI monitoring and drug testing expert services.
COUNTER-SURVEILLANCE
Detection and countermeasures for surveillance situations, corporate espionage, and personal security.
DRONE PILOT / INSTRUCTOR
FAA-certified UAS operations, aerial surveillance, thermal imaging, SAR, mapping, and drone instruction.