Jennifer Sommers
Auckland, NZ
“I contacted Crypto Consulting NZ this afternoon about being scammed. Harry rang me this evening, he was so helpful and knowledgeable and most of all trustworthy. Thank you so much for your advice Harry.”
Scam & crisis response
Crypto Scam Support & Crisis Response NZ
Emergency support, fund tracing, and documentation for victims.
If you've been scammed, time matters. We respond quickly - tracing funds, preserving evidence, and guiding you through every next step with calm, experienced support. We've helped thousands of New Zealanders through crypto scams and know exactly what to do. You are not alone in this.
Free 10 minutesFree initial consultation
$350 NZD +GSTper hour
Ongoing consulting rateMeet the team
Our consultants
A team built on years of real experience across NZ's most complex crypto matters.
Harry Scott
Legal & Scam Specialist
Scam response, legal & crisis support
harry.scott@cryptoconsulting.nz
New Zealand
Harry Satoshi
Managing Director
Personal consulting, wallets & security
New Zealand
Nic Turnbull
Lead Forensic Consultant
Forensics, legal support & wallet recovery
New Zealand
Dave Roberts
Investigations Lead
On-chain tracing, asset discovery & OSINT
New Zealand
We've helped thousands of New Zealanders through crypto scams - from immediate crisis response and fund tracing to police documentation and closure support. All engagements are strictly confidential.
Services
What we cover
Crypto scams are designed to move fast and confuse victims. We specialise in emergency response, fund tracing, professional scam reports, and police documentation - giving you clear next steps and evidence you can rely on.
Emergency crisis response
Immediate support to stop further losses and preserve evidence.
- Immediate triage to assess the situation and stop further losses
- Guidance on securing compromised accounts, wallets, and devices
- Evidence preservation - screenshots, transaction IDs, and communications
- Priority response within hours for active or ongoing scams
- Calm, experienced support at every step of the process
Scam identification
Accurately identifying the scam type, operators, and methodology.
- Classification of scam type - pig butchering, romance, fake exchange, recovery scam, and more
- Identification of known scam operators and platforms
- Mapping the scammer's methodology and timeline of approach
- Documentation of the scam structure for police and legal purposes
- Cross-referencing with known NZ and international scam databases
On-chain fund tracing
Following stolen funds across wallets, exchanges, and borders where possible.
- Blockchain analysis to trace stolen funds from point of theft onward
- Identification of destination wallets, exchanges, and mixing services
- Exchange reporting packages to flag or freeze stolen funds where possible
- Cross-chain tracing across Bitcoin, Ethereum, and EVM networks
- Documentation of tracing methodology for police and legal proceedings
Scam reports
Comprehensive professional reports for accountants, IRD, and NZ Police - used to document losses for tax write-off purposes.
- Detailed professional scam report documenting the full incident
- Transaction evidence and loss quantification for IRD purposes
- Supporting documentation for tax loss write-off with your accountant
- Police report supporting documentation with full transaction evidence
- Reports accepted by NZ accountants and tax advisers for loss claims
Police documentation
Preparing formal reports for NZ Police and cybercrime units.
- Structured police report documentation with full transaction and communication evidence
- Liaison guidance with NZ Police financial crime units
- Supporting evidence packages for Netsafe and FMA referrals
- Documentation for international reporting where funds crossed borders
- Ongoing support throughout the police reporting process
Damage assessment
Full review of losses, exposure, and recovery options.
- Complete review of financial losses across all affected accounts and wallets
- Assessment of ongoing exposure - compromised accounts, devices, and personal data
- Honest evaluation of recovery options and realistic outcomes
- Identification of any remaining assets at risk
Recovery scam protection
Identifying and stopping secondary scams targeting victims.
- Identification of recovery scam operators targeting you after initial loss
- Guidance on verifying legitimate services before engaging
- Warning signs of fake blockchain forensics and recovery services
- Protection against re-targeting by the original scam network
- Education on how recovery scammers find and approach victims
Closure support
Helping victims draw a line, move forward, and close this chapter.
- Clear assessment of what happened and what options remain
- Device security guidance to ensure you're safe going forward
- Malware scan guidance and removal recommendations where relevant
- Referral to appropriate legal, financial, or support services where needed
- Help you step away cleanly - knowing it's time to move forward
Scam types
Common scam types we handle
- Pig Butchering
- Romance Scams
- Phishing Scams
- Fake Crypto Exchanges
- Ponzi Schemes
- Crypto Recovery Scams
- Imposter Scams
- Rug Pulls
- Pump and Dump
- Fake Crypto Wallets
- Cloud Mining Scams
- Malware & Cryptojacking
- Trading Bot Scams
- Sextortion Scams
- CryptoLocker Scams
- What Is Malware
16 scam guides — each with practical warning signs, what to do if you have been targeted, and how we can help.
Scam reports
What is a scam report?
A scam report is a comprehensive professional document produced by our team that records the full details of your case - the scam type, timeline, communications, transaction evidence, and total losses quantified in NZD.
Scam reports are used by:
- Accountants and tax advisers to support cryptocurrency loss write-off claims with IRD
- NZ Police and cybercrime units as supporting evidence for fraud investigations
- Lawyers pursuing civil recovery or legal action against perpetrators
- Insurance companies processing fraud-related claims
If you have lost a significant amount to a crypto scam, a professional scam report is one of the most valuable documents you can have. Book a consultation to discuss your situation.
Process
How it works
Step 1
Get in touch
Tell us what happened - as much or as little as you feel comfortable sharing. We'll respond within 24 hours. For urgent or active scams, flag it and we'll prioritise your case.
Step 2
We call you
Confidential, no obligation. We listen, assess your situation, and give you honest guidance on next steps - including whether we can help and what that looks like.
Step 3
We get to work
Crisis response, fund tracing, scam identification, and documentation - we handle everything methodically and keep you informed throughout.
Step 4
Closure & documentation
We deliver your scam report, police documentation, and any other materials you need - and help you draw a line under this chapter.
Testimonials
What our clients say
Trusted by victims and clients across New Zealand. Every Google review, a perfect five stars.
★★★★★
Troy de Baugh
New Zealand
“After reaching out to Crypto Consulting I got a call from Harry. He has helped me with a scam I was involved with. Explained everything clearly and what I need to do. There was no judging of what had happened and Harry was very understanding. I can highly recommend Crypto Consulting NZ for anyone that needs help.”
Peter Wilson
New Zealand
“I feel I have been treated very well. I know I stuffed up getting involved with this scam company & I wish I had known about Crypto Consulting before I got in too deep or even started. I have nothing but praise for the professionalism of these guys & am grateful for the help & hopefully might get some recompense.”
Contact
How can we help?
Been scammed or targeted? Send us a brief outline of what happened and we'll call you back within 24 hours - confidential, no obligation, and no judgement. Please do not send private keys, seed phrases, or passwords via this form.
Prefer email? contact@cryptoconsulting.nz
Enquiry type
FAQ