Meet the Team
Chris Petronka, owner and private investigator, has been a licensed PI for over 25 years, with 37 total years of experience in security and investigations. He holds a degree in economics from Allegheny College and an MBA from Kent State University.
Dan Rush has over two decades of experience working with law enforcement in the City of Washington, PA. He honorably served ten years as a criminal investigator, two years as chief of police, and over 23 years across both the U.S. Air Force and Army National Guard. Dan offers an invaluable combination of field knowledge and investigative skill as our newest licensed private investigator.
Evan Petronka represents the next generation of investigative talent. An associate mentor with over 5 years of experience supporting the be Sentinel Security team, his fresh perspective makes him an invaluable addition to the team.
What does a private investigator do?
Private investigators work for lawyers, law enforcement, companies, and individuals to gather information about people or incidents, including crimes and fraud. We hold ourselves to high ethical and legal standards; your case is always confidential, and we conduct investigations primarily in public places and with publicly available information.
Why should I hire a private investigator?
Anyone can gather information, but a private eye will help you find the information that matters. Our expertise helps us choose the best methods to move the investigation forward accurately and efficiently while producing legally admissible evidence.
For companies and other business entities, we can take on background checks, due diligence reports, and worker’s comp investigations to help you mitigate risk and identify fraud. Even seasoned investigators, including police, detectives, and lawyers, can benefit from hiring a PI–we’ll help save you time and effort so you can focus on other elements of your case.
What services do private investigators provide?
Our private investigators offer a range of services, including:
- Sex crime investigations
- Interviewee/witness location
- Civil investigation and litigation support
- Criminal investigation and support
- Due diligence and background checks
- Process service
- General investigation
- Accident investigation
- Surveillance
- Worker’s compensation investigations
- Missing person investigations
- Expert witness testimony
How much does a private investigator cost?
Various factors can affect the fees associated with an investigation. Call us at 724-225-7957 for a free consultation; we’ll build a personalized quote based on the details you provide.
