This award recognises individuals working in the insurance industry that are involved in the investigation of auto theft insurance claims. The winner of the insurance investigation of the year award was Jason Ostrofski of Verifact Investigations Pty Ltd.

Jason was nominated for an investigation he conducted in 2008 into a claim for a stolen 2004 Toyota Corolla Hatch. Upon obtaining detailed versions from the policyholders and other relevant witnesses at the time of the alleged theft was able to -

• Locate witnesses at the recovery scene that provided relevant information to cast doubt over the policyholders’ version of events.
• Obtain lawful information from outside organisations that again added doubt to the policyholders’ version.
• Liaise with IAATI members to obtain advice on the security features for this model

After obtaining all this information he was able to formally discuss these concerns with the policyholders. As a result of the overwhelming evidence presented to the insurer the claim was declined.

Australasian Branch Vice President and Chair of the 2009 Awards Committee, Harry Rakintzis presents the 2009 Insurance Investigation Award to Jason Ostrofski.