Skip Tracing in NYC: The Fastest Way to Locate Someone Who Doesn’t Want to Be Found

Aug 25, 2025By Easton Secure Solutions

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Ever tried reaching someone who seems to have disappeared overnight? Maybe it’s a tenant who skipped out on rent, a business partner who owes you money, or even a family member you’ve lost touch with. In a city as big and fast-paced as New York, finding someone who doesn’t want to be found can feel overwhelming. That’s where skip tracing comes in—and why hiring a professional private investigator can make all the difference.

At Easton Secure Solutions LLC, we specialize in skip tracing across NYC and Long Island, helping individuals, attorneys, and businesses track down hard-to-find people quickly and legally.

 
What Is Skip Tracing?


Skip tracing is the process of locating someone who has intentionally or unintentionally gone “off the grid.” The word “skip” refers to someone who has “skipped town,” while “tracing” means following the trail they left behind.

People may go missing for different reasons:

  • Avoiding debts or lawsuits
  • Skipping out on lease agreements
  • Evading child support obligations
  • Disappearing from family or personal relationships
  • Becoming unreachable during corporate or legal disputes

Unlike simply running a name through Google, professional skip tracing uses specialized investigative methods and databases that are far more accurate and reliable.

 
Why Skip Tracing in NYC Is So Challenging


New York City is one of the toughest places to locate someone. With over 8.5 million residents, constant movement in and out of the city, and people using fake addresses or burner phones, it’s easy for someone to vanish into the crowd.

On top of that, privacy laws in New York limit the information available to the public. That means while you might hit dead ends searching online, a licensed private investigator has the tools, training, and legal access to dig deeper.

 
How a Private Investigator Tracks People Down


At Easton Secure Solutions LLC, our skip tracing process combines research, technology, and fieldwork to locate individuals efficiently. Here’s how we do it:

1. Advanced Database Searches
We use investigative-grade databases that go far beyond what the public can access. These tools pull from multiple sources like property records, utility bills, and professional licenses.

2. Digital Footprint Analysis
Even people who think they’ve “disappeared” often leave digital traces—social media activity, online marketplaces, or email patterns. A skilled PI knows how to connect those dots.

3. Field Investigations
Sometimes, boots on the ground are necessary. Surveillance, neighborhood canvassing, and in-person inquiries can confirm whether someone is truly living at an address.

4. Legal Compliance
Everything we do is within New York State laws. That means we deliver results that stand up in court if you need them for legal action.

 
Real-Life Story: Finding a Missing Tenant


One of our NYC clients, a landlord in Queens, contacted us after a tenant vanished overnight owing several months of rent. The landlord had no forwarding address, and calls went unanswered.

Using skip tracing, we uncovered the tenant had moved to Brooklyn under a new phone number and was working under a slightly altered name. Within days, our client had the verified information needed to start legal proceedings.

The relief in our client’s voice when we delivered the report was priceless: “I thought I’d never find him. You saved me months of stress and thousands of dollars.

  • NYC.gov on Housing Court (relevant for landlords/legal cases)

 
Who Benefits from Skip Tracing Services?


Skip tracing isn’t just for landlords. Here are some common situations where we step in:

  • Attorneys & Law Firms: To serve legal papers or locate witnesses.
  • Businesses: To track down debtors, former employees, or partners.
  • Landlords: To locate non paying tenants, who exploit the system.
  • Private Clients: To resolve personal matters like custody or child support.
     

    Why Choose Easton Secure Solutions LLC?

Skip tracing isn’t guesswork—it’s about strategy, resources, and persistence. Here’s why our clients in NYC and Long Island trust us:

✅ Licensed in New York State
✅ Discreet, legal, and ethical investigations
✅ Proven success locating even the most evasive individuals
✅ Local expertise in NYC and Long Island neighborhoods

Our Investigative Services

At Easton Secure Solutions LLC, we provide a wide range of private investigation services for individuals, families, and businesses across NYC and Long Island. Whether you need answers in your personal life or support in a legal matter, we’re here to help.

🔎 Skip Tracing – Locate missing persons, tenants, debtors, or witnesses quickly and legally.
❤️ Infidelity Investigations – Find out the truth with discreet and professional surveillance.
👥 Background Checks – Verify someone’s history for peace of mind in personal or business relationships.
🕵️ Surveillance Services – Get clear evidence through professional, discreet monitoring.


When someone doesn’t want to be found, you need more than an internet search—you need a professional investigator who knows how to follow the trail.

 📍 If you’re tired of hitting dead ends, let us help.


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