Sounds like extortion a little. Not that I'm saying you are. But if they've done anything illegal or unethical and it's found out later on, it could swing and hit you too. Be careful
That’s why it is a walk down the razors edge. I have been here in the past and know the risks. My holding of the details of information is entirely for self defense and preservation.
I went through a 2 year nightmare of criminal investigation against the company I was working for 20 years ago and know exactly what I am dealing with. I will protect myself and try to help save them at the same time...just like I did back then.