If one suspects suspicious activity, what should they avoid communicating to their client?

In situations where suspicious activity is suspected, it is vital to maintain a degree of caution about the information communicated to the client. Choosing not to communicate anything can be prudent because discussing specific details of the transaction or the potential outcomes of an investigation can inadvertently alert the client to the investigation itself or give them the opportunity to take counteractions that could hinder an inquiry or legal process.

Communicating details of the transaction might allow the suspicious individual to modify their behavior or even destroy evidence, while discussing potential investigative outcomes can lead to manipulation of the situation. Basic information about the client, although typically less sensitive, could still inadvertently connect them to the suspicious activity if not handled carefully. Therefore, refraining from any form of communication regarding the investigation is considered the best practice in order to protect the integrity of the investigation and any legal processes that may follow.