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Alden Wheeler Detective Agency & GPS (AWDA GPS)
Professional Bio
Alden Wheeler Detective Agency & GPS (AWDA GPS) is one of South Carolina's most distinguished and trusted private investigation firms, with over 30 years of experience serving clients across the state and beyond. Operating from offices in Anderson and Pickens, South Carolina, AWDA GPS specializes in Domestic, Criminal, and Insurance Fraud investigations, offering a comprehensive suite of professional services backed by decades of real-world expertise, cutting-edge technology, and deep law enforcement relationships.
About Alden Wheeler
Alden Wheeler is a highly decorated and widely respected private investigator whose reputation spans South Carolina and extends across the nation. With three decades of hands-on investigative experience, Alden has built a distinguished career defined by results, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to justice.
Widely regarded as the Child Custody Specialist of South Carolina, Alden has been the go-to investigator for families navigating some of the most sensitive and high-stakes legal situations imaginable. His expertise in child custody cases has made him a trusted resource for attorneys, families, and the courts across the Palmetto State.
Beyond custody work, Alden is a recognized expert in missing persons investigations, with the capability and connections to locate individuals anywhere in the world. His vast network within law enforcement and military communities gives him access to resources and intelligence channels that few in the private sector can match.
Professional Credentials & Leadership
Alden Wheeler's professional standing is reflected in his numerous leadership roles and certifications:
- NCISS Board of Directors - National Council of Investigation & Security Services
- SCALI Legislative Chair - South Carolina Association of Legal Investigators
- Foothill Alliance of Anderson - Community leadership and civic engagement
- Certified GPS Monitoring Expert - Advanced tracking and electronic monitoring specialist
- DUI Monitoring & Drug Testing Expert - Certified specialist in court-ordered monitoring programs
- ALIVE Active Shooter Survival Training Instructor - Certified instructor delivering life-saving active shooter response training to individuals and organizations
- Chief in Command, Spartanburg County Drone Team - Leading aerial operations and drone-based intelligence for law enforcement and investigative support
Advanced Drone Services
AWDA GPS operates one of the most sophisticated drone surveillance and aerial intelligence programs in the Southeast. Under Alden's leadership, the agency provides:
- Covert aerial surveillance and real-time monitoring
- Thermal, infrared, and multi-sensor imaging
- 3D scene mapping and reconstruction
- Search and reconnaissance operations for missing persons
- Insurance fraud detection and damage verification
- Expert testimony and courtroom-ready evidence packages
All drone operations are conducted in full compliance with FAA regulations, privacy law, and strict ethical standards, with encrypted data delivery and trusted chain-of-custody protocols.
A Legacy of Trust
From domestic disputes to criminal investigations, insurance fraud to missing persons - Alden Wheeler and AWDA GPS bring an unmatched combination of experience, technology, and professional credibility to every case. Whether working alongside legal teams, law enforcement agencies, or private clients, AWDA GPS delivers the answers people need with the discretion and professionalism they deserve.
Anderson Office: 2812 East North Ave, Anderson, SC 29625
Pickens Office: 102 Pendleton Street, Pickens, SC 29671
(864) 437-8850
awdagps.com
