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The 4Ps approaches to investigation
In this article, we look at V4P and MAP
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To help you in pursuing an investigation, there are some useful approaches you can use:
You can read more about the 4Ps approach in the downloadable document at the foot of this page.
The V4P approach to conducting a fraud investigation
V4P stands for ‘Victim, Pursue, Prevent, Protect and Prepare’ and is explained in more detail below.| Victim | Working with the victim. |
| Pursue | Prosecute, deny assets and dismantle operations. |
| Prevent | Deter people from engaging in economic crime by demonstrating that it does not pay. |
| Protect | Educate the public and businesses to prevent them from becoming victims of economic crime. |
| Prepare | Develop relationships with all sectors to ensure a thorough understanding of the causes and effects of economic crime. |
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Fraud Investigation: Making a Difference
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