Salvatore Anthony Grasso is an honorably discharged U.S. Navy veteran of the Cold War and Operation Desert Storm, and the proud grandson of Sicilian immigrants. He brings decades of investigative and operational experience shaped by his service as a U.S. Naval Criminal Investigator, an operative with the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS), and a trusted member of the Navy’s Personal Reliability Program (PRP). His career reflects a deep commitment to national security, integrity, and the highest standards of professionalism.

Sal undertook an independent mission in Bangkok, Thailand—an assignment demanding exacting rigor and trusted discretion. He also served across the Far East and the South Pacific between 1982 and 1992, operating in environments that required quiet discipline and sound judgment. His service aboard the nuclear-powered USS Nimitz (CVN-68) and USS Kitty Hawk (CV-63) further strengthened his discipline in high-stakes settings.

On March 21, 1984, at 10:07 PM, Sal was serving aboard the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk as it operated under cover of darkness in the Sea of Japan, about 150 miles east of South Korea. During nighttime operations, the carrier was unexpectedly struck by the K-314 Petropavlovsk, a Soviet Victor‑class nuclear attack submarine that had been shadowing the battle group amid the tense backdrop of the Cold War. The impact jolted the massive carrier and sent an immediate surge of urgency throughout the crew. For Sal and those on board, the collision was a stark reminder of the constant, unseen dangers of naval service—especially in an era defined by silent cat‑and‑mouse encounters between superpowers beneath the waves.

This decade of worldwide duty forged uncompromising standards that continue to define his leadership and commitment to every client.

During Sal’s Naval career, his military decorations included the Navy Achievement Medal, Navy Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Southwest Asia Service Medal, two Sea Service Deployment Awards, and three Overseas Service Awards. 

Sal credits much of his professional foundation to the enduring mentorship of Admiral Michael I. Quinn, U.S. Navy (Ret.), a distinguished Judge Advocate General (JAG) officer whose integrity, discipline, and strategic insight shaped Sal’s approach to investigative work. From the earliest days of his career, Admiral Quinn instilled in Sal a deep respect for ethical conduct, precision, and service—principles that continue to guide his investigations and client relationships. Their bond, forged through years of trust and shared purpose, remains a cornerstone of Sal’s commitment to delivering work that is not only effective, but honorable.

In Memoriam

Terry F. Lenzner, Esq., P.I., Washington, D.C. (1939–2020)
Andrew “Andy” Stephens, Esq., Lexington, KY (1956–2021)