Digital forensics supports national biosecurity investigation
KordaMentha was engaged by a federal regulator to assist in a sensitive investigation into the illegal importation of high-risk produce. Our forensic technology team collected and analysed over seven terabytes of data from 150+ devices across four cities.
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Public SectorAn Australian federal regulator engaged KordaMentha to support a complex investigation into the illegal importation and sale of more than 250 tonnes of produce posing a significant biosecurity threat.
The items included turtle meat, frog meat, raw prawns, and other restricted animal and plant products.
Given the scale and sensitivity of the matter, the regulator required independent experts to identify and examine digital evidence across multiple jurisdictions.
KordaMentha Forensic Technology was tasked with collecting and analysing data from mobile phones, computers and other devices suspected to contain material relevant to the investigation.
Over a four-month period, our team supported the execution of 18 search warrants across Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Perth, resulting in the seizure and processing of more than seven terabytes of data.
How we helped
KordaMentha’s forensic technology specialists worked closely with the regulator to ensure the secure and efficient collection of digital evidence. Our role was critical in uncovering communications and business records that supported the regulator’s case.
- Identified and triaged over 150 digital devices
- Executed 18 search warrants across four cities
- Collected and processed more than seven terabytes of data
- Extracted and analysed emails, messages and business documents
- Maintained strict chain-of-custody protocols
- Delivered expert insights to support regulatory decision-making
Outcomes acheived
- Evidence secured at scale
- Over 150 devices examined and seven terabytes of data processed.
- Multi-jurisdictional coordination
- Search warrants executed across four major Australian cities.
- Critical insights uncovered
- Communications and documents provided key evidence for the investigation.
- Regulatory confidence supported
- Independent expertise strengthened the integrity of the process.
- Sensitive data handled securely
- Chain-of-custody and forensic protocols upheld throughout.
- Timely delivery under pressure
- Four-month engagement delivered actionable results.
