Heidi Chebahtah
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- Crimes Against Children
- Human Trafficking
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(951) 444-9121
Heidi Chebahtah
Investigator
Heidi brings with her an impressive 29 years of experience in law enforcement, dedicating the majority of her career to protecting society’s most vulnerable—children. Her lifelong passion has been rooted in combating Crimes Against Children, a cause she has fiercely championed throughout her career. Heidi played a pivotal role in founding the District Attorney’s Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force, a groundbreaking initiative that set a new standard for the pursuit of justice in these sensitive cases. For 12 years, Heidi worked tirelessly as a key member of the task force, dedicating countless hours to the identification, arrest, and successful prosecution of hundreds of sexual predators. Through her unwavering commitment, she helped rescue numerous child victims, many of whom were too afraid or too young to advocate for themselves.
Her work was far-reaching and covered a broad spectrum of crimes. Heidi was deeply involved in cases related to child sexual abuse, including Traveler Cases, where offenders would attempt to meet with minors for sexual purposes. She also tackled the Possession, Distribution, and Production of Child Sexual Assault Material, fighting to remove this content from the internet and hold offenders accountable. Additionally, Heidi handled cases involving hands-on sexual abuse of minors, working with children ranging in age from newborns to 18 years old. Her caseload often included crimes such as sextortion, where perpetrators would exploit and blackmail minors for explicit material, as well as other related offenses that often go unseen by the general public but have devastating impacts on the lives of young victims.
Heidi’s dedication to this work did not go unnoticed. In 2013, she was honored with the prestigious Investigator of the Year Award for her remarkable contributions to the ICAC Task Force. This award specifically recognized her success in rescuing victims, particularly those who were unable to speak up due to fear or their young age. Her efforts have left an indelible mark on both the community and the law enforcement world, making Heidi a revered figure in the fight against crimes targeting children.
The Crimes Against Children field encompasses a wide range of criminal activities that target minors, exploiting their vulnerability for malicious purposes. At its core, this area of law enforcement focuses on the protection of children from various forms of abuse, exploitation, and endangerment, particularly in cases where perpetrators leverage their power or anonymity to inflict harm. Investigations in this field can involve online offenses, physical abuse, or psychological manipulation.
Human trafficking, specifically sex trafficking of minors, involves the exploitation of children through force, fraud, or coercion for commercial sex acts. Heidi’s involvement in identifying, arresting, and prosecuting sexual predators aligns closely with the efforts to combat human trafficking, as many of the crimes she dealt with, such as hands-on sexual abuse and online exploitation, often intersect with trafficking networks.
OUR TEAM IS COMPOSED OF FORMER FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT DETECTIVES FROM
Executive Team
Meet the Leadership that will guide you through your case
FOUNDER AND CEO
Joe DelGiudice
Joe DelGiudice, with over eight years as Chief Investigator at the Riverside County District Attorney's Office, led a team of 200 law enforcement professionals to prominence in modern policing. His three decades of experience spanned multiple areas, including white-collar crimes, gang investigations, cold cases, fugitive apprehension, and more.
DIRECTOR OF SECURITY
Doug Stice
Doug brings 27 years of investigative expertise from the Los Angeles Police Department, retiring from the Major Crimes Division with a broad experience in handling high-profile cases such as homicides, cyber crimes, and more. His career highlights include specialized skills in infrastructure security and event threat analysis for major events like the Oscars and Grammy Awards. Doug now leads Virtual Cyber Cop, focusing on cyber crime solutions.
DIRECTOR OF PERSONNEL INVESTIGATIONS
Dennis Vrooman
Dennis Vrooman, former Undersheriff of Riverside County, oversaw 4,000 personnel in the state’s second largest Sheriff’s Office, where he played a pivotal role in managing complex law enforcement operations. His leadership followed a distinguished career with both the Downey and Murrieta Police Departments, where he gained extensive experience in community policing, operational oversight, and public safety initiatives.
