HBL Forensics is a leading provider of Cell Site Analysis and investigation services for both Prosecution and Defence in criminal matters.
We offer unparalleled expertise in cell site analysis, digital forensics, and expert witness testimony. Our team, led by expert witness Chris Ellis, has worked on cell site cases for clients such as the Metropolitan Police Service, West Midlands Police, Police Scotland, Thames Valley Police, Surrey Police and Staffordshire Police.
Our experts have written over 500 cell site analysis/handset analysis reports for both Prosecution and Defence and have over 16 years of experience working with investigations. Our experts have used telecoms data in numerous criminal investigations, conducted analysis within the public sector and have worked for multiple police forces including West Midlands Police, the Central Motorway Police Group, in addition to carrying out work directly on the masts, including building and configuring them . Our experts have also worked in the private sector conducting investigations into insurance fraud.
Our team have significant experience in telecoms data, interpretation of call data records, interpretation of OSINT data, ANPR data and the use of digital intelligence software for physical handset downloads.
The team can provide reports and exhibits to show the following:
- A review of Call Data Records
- Detailed analysis regarding possible movements
- Analysis such as co-location or separation analysis
- In depth and detailed analysis around the most commonly used cells or frequent contacts of a mobile phone
- Statistical analysis to assist in attribution of mobile phones
- Thorough conclusions around SIM and handset usage
- Any other relevant Call Pattern Analysis
- The limitations of cell site analysis
