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K&R/Threat Extortion


Staffed by leading experts in incident response, AKE is a world leader in the fields of Kidnap for Ransom, Threat Extortion, Coercive Bargaining, Siege Negotiations, War Tax Demands, Unlawful Detention, Product Extortion and Piracy and Hijacking.

The advice of our experts has led to the successful outcome of hundreds of cases throughout the world. We will deploy one of our consultants to any location in the world within 24 hours.

With hundreds of cases and decades of combined specialist experience, the AKE team is able to bring invaluable advice and expertise to whatever crisis or hostile situation you may face. Our team of experts has worked in over 75 countries, in varying levels of conflict, including Near and Middle East, Russia (FSU), Africa, Latin America, China and the Pacific Rim.

We offer vast knowledge and experience to assist our clients in making the most informed and timely decisions possible. Our team acts exclusively as advisors guiding you through the processes of what to expect, explanation of various scenarios and the likely sequence of events. We can also provide post-incident support to victims and those involved who often have the need to discuss their experiences with people who understand the events that they have recently been through.

AKE has an exclusive agreement to respond to ASPEN-insured clients.

AKE K&R can respond to un-insured and self-insured incidents as well as other insured with the pre-approval of underwriters.

AKE also provides specialist bespoke broking services.

We are Here to Manage and Guide You Safely through Extreme Situations


Kidnap & Ransom, Threat Extortion/Coercive Bargaining
From Bogotá to Rio, Nigeria to Iraq, Afghanistan to Russia, China to the Philippines, whether actual kidnap or only the threat of kidnap, death or physical harm, we have vast experience and know-how to guide you through this complex process and ensure the safe and timely return of those being held.

Siege Negotiations
Our experience in siege situations has proven how independent expert advice can add genuine value and minimise physical risk to clients in what is predominantly a government/law enforcement controlled environment.

War Tax Demands
As more and more multinational companies find themselves operating in areas on the fringes of armed conflicts, demands for "war taxes" by armed militants have grown significantly. We understand this threat and have the necessary experience to help you.

Unlawful Detention
Whether it's being wrongly detained for an hour or for many weeks, we will have experts on the ground with the relevant expertise to best facilitate the safe and timely return of any detainee.

Piracy/Hijacking
From the South China Seas, to the Straits of Hormuz and the Coastal Waters off East Africa, we have dealt with many incidents of vessel hijacking and piracy. Our team can help you through this complex process to its successful conclusion.

Product Extortion
Whether actual tampering or the threat of tampering, we have handled many cases throughout the world.

Executive Protection
Executive Protection services and physical enhancements for corporates and families to ensure security and peace of mind.

Special Projects and Counsel to HNWI
For confidential consultation please contact us.


John Chase - Director
John Chase was formerly vice president of Kroll where amongst other areas he held responsibility over the Kidnap for Ransom Practice and the 24-hour Incident Response capability. With over 17 years experience in K&R, John has worked extensively around the world, within many cultures, and in many hostile areas.

The Team
Every member of the team has over 12 years of K&R Incident Response experience and is a recognised industry leader.






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