Always looking into the shadows.
Respectful, no-fee paranormal investigations for homes and businesses across Michigan and nearby states, led by a retired police officer with over 25 years of investigative experience.
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Michigan & Nearby States
Homes, businesses, and historic locations.
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Your name, business, and location can stay private.
Debunk First
We look for natural explanations before anything else.
Let Us Help
Do you believe something unexplained may be happening in your home or business?
Macomb Paranormal Investigations and Research is here to help. We conduct paranormal investigations throughout Michigan and nearby states for homeowners, business owners, and property managers who are experiencing activity they cannot explain.
Whether you are hearing unexplained footsteps, voices, knocks, seeing shadows, objects moving, lights turning on or off, unusual EMF activity, or simply feeling that something is not right, our team will approach your case with respect, professionalism, and an open mind.
We are not here to judge you. We are here to listen, document, investigate, and help you better understand what may be happening.
Macomb Paranormal Investigations and Research does not charge a fee for paranormal investigations. All we ask is that we be allowed to film our investigation for documentation, evidence review, and possible use in our video productions.
Your privacy is important to us. If you prefer, we can keep your name, business name, home, and location private while filming. We can work with you ahead of time to make sure you are comfortable with how your case is presented.
Property owners are also welcome to participate in the investigation if they choose. We can include you in parts of the investigation, conduct an interview with you about the activity you have experienced, and document your personal account on video.
How We Investigate
“We always try to debunk and explain all activity before calling it paranormal.”
Our team uses a careful investigative approach. We look for natural explanations first, including electrical issues, environmental factors, structural sounds, and other possible causes. Only after ruling out the ordinary do we consider the possibility of paranormal activity.
After the investigation is completed, we will review our findings with you and explain what we captured, what we believe may have natural explanations, and what remains unexplained. If you are comfortable, that review can also be filmed as part of the final investigation video.
Every case is handled with respect, privacy, and compassion. We understand that calling a paranormal team can be difficult, especially when the activity is happening in your home or place of business. Your concerns will be taken seriously.
If you believe you are experiencing paranormal activity, reach out to Macomb Paranormal Investigations and Research. We can help you take the first step toward answers.
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Who We Are
Macomb Paranormal Investigations and Research was founded on a simple belief: every unexplained claim deserves to be approached with respect, professionalism, and an open mind.
Don Alter is a retired police officer with over 25 years of experience in law enforcement and investigations. During his career, he developed a strong background in observation, evidence collection, interviewing, and investigative procedure. Don also holds a degree in Behavioral Medicine with a specialization in Deviant Behavior, as well as a degree in Criminology. He is currently working toward his PhD in Metaphysics and Parapsychology, continuing his study into the deeper questions of consciousness, energy, life after death, and the unexplained.
Don is the producer, writer, and editor of many paranormal videos, investigations, and documentary-style productions. Along with his team, he operates the YouTube channel Macomb Paranormal Investigations, and he is the host and creator of the podcast Into The Shadows: Macomb Paranormal Investigations, available on Spotify, iHeart, YouTube, and wherever podcasts are heard.
Don is also the author of several books, available on Amazon worldwide, including haunted stories from Michigan and across America and the Detective Mara Calehart Paranormal Murder Mysteries.
Macomb Paranormal Investigations and Research is not the work of one person alone. Don’s team of investigators plays an important role in every investigation, from setting up equipment to documenting evidence, participating in sessions, and reviewing findings. Together, Don and his team continue to look into the shadows, searching for answers to the questions many people are afraid to ask.
Don Alter, Exec. Producer, Writer, Editor, Senior Investigator
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