The Office of Investigations performs investigations of criminal, civil, and administrative misconduct related to PBGC programs and operations. Investigations examine specific allegations, reports, or other information indicating possible violations of law or regulation. In accordance with statutory requirements, we refer apparent criminal violations to the Department of Justice for prosecution.
Investigations conducted by OIG criminal investigators usually are the result of allegations received from:
- agency management and other agency employees,
- referrals from other parts of the PBGC OIG,
- Inspectors General of other agencies,
- the Congress, and
- the general public.
The Office of Investigations works closely with our Audit division, the OIG Counsel, and other subject matter experts as necessary. When appropriate, the Office of Investigations works with the Federal Bureau of Investigation and other federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies.
Hotline (Online Complaint Form)
The Office of Investigations also maintains the Online Complaint Form. This is a confidential channel for complaints about PBGC programs and operations, concerning:
- violations of law or regulations,
- gross waste of funds,
- abuse of authority, and
- substantial and specific dangers to public health and safety.