Chapter 1276 - 563: The Mastermind Behind the Scenes
Evening.
Robbery and Murder Department office.
About an hour before the end of the workday, Luke gathered everyone for a meeting.
"Everyone, how's the investigation into Worcester Company going?"
Jackson said, "After returning to the station from Georgina Colley's house, I collected all the information I could find on Worcester Company.
It's an investment company, mainly investing in technology, beauty, and fitness industries, but I didn't find any connection between this company and Kerman Pharmaceutical Company."
Luke asked, "Has this company invested in any other pharmaceutical companies?"
"No."
Jenny said, "Raymond and I went to Kerman Pharmaceutical Company, as the head of the R&D department, Fred Kramer, was shot, we were received by the vice president of Kerman Pharmaceutical Company, Harlington Roger.
First, we confirmed the identity of Thomas Colley, Kerman Pharmaceutical Company went through a large number of files and finally found a list of drug testers from ten years ago, and indeed, Thomas Colley's information was there; he tested a drug for treating lung disease, which wouldn't have much impact on the liver.
Additionally, we asked about Worcester Company.
He hadn't heard of this company, and there was no business connection between the two."
Luke asked, "What are everyone's thoughts now?"
Jenny said, "Could it be that our previous assumptions were problematic, or maybe we were biased?
It's very possible that Georgina Colley was promoted through her own abilities, without any direct relationship with her ex-husband Thomas Colley.
Thomas Colley might have seen his ex-wife's ability, knowing that even without their daughter, she would do well.
That's why he had no worries about taking revenge on Kerman Pharmaceutical Company."
The deputy nodded, "That's a good thought.
Captain, what do you think?"
"I still think Thomas Colley is hiding something.
There must be others involved in the three cases against Kerman Pharmaceutical Company." Luke thought carefully, "In that case, if we can't find any issues with Worcester Company,
then continue investigating Kerman Pharmaceutical Company. If this company suffered huge losses due to the failure of a new drug development, who would benefit?"
"Yes, sir."
"Jenny, what did the hospital say? When can they take the statement of the shooting suspect Ricardo Solu?"
Jenny replied, "According to Ricardo Solu's attending physician, Ricardo Solu's gunshot wound is no longer serious, but he's been complaining of discomfort, and today he underwent several tests.
If the test results are fine, we can question him normally tomorrow morning."
The deputy snorted, "I know this kind of scoundrel all too well, he's just trying to delay.
Forget about the damn test results, go straight to the hospital for questioning tomorrow morning."
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The next morning.
Galliett Hospital.
Luke found Ricardo Solu's attending doctor to understand Ricardo Solu's condition and learned that his injuries had stabilized.
Then, Luke took Little Black into Ricardo Solu's ward.
In the ward, Ricardo Solu's left hand was cuffed to the bed, while his right hand was bandaged.
Seeing Luke, he protested, "Hey, my right hand was shot, and my left hand is cuffed to the bed, how am I supposed to eat or drink?"
Little Black teased, "You sound pretty vigorous, doesn't sound like you're hungry or thirsty."
"I need to pee."
Little Black laughed, "I'll suggest the nurse get you an extra-large adult diaper, I'm sure you'd like that."
"I just want you to take off the handcuffs."
"Why don't you just say you want to escape?"
Ricardo Solu glanced at his injured arm, "In this state, where could I escape to? I just want to be a bit more comfortable."
Luke walked over and uncuffed Ricardo Solu, "As long as you're willing to assist with the police investigation, we can grant you some privileges."
Ricardo Solu looked at Luke, "Of course, I'm willing to help with your investigation."
Luke stared at his expression, "Good, tell me, who wanted you to kill Fred Kramer?"
Ricardo Solu shook his head, "I don't know."
"You really don't know?"
"Yes."
When Ricardo Solu was first arrested, Luke also asked him this question, and he said he didn't know then as well.
At that time, Ricardo Solu had just been caught, his emotions were frantic and tense, plus he was suffering from a gunshot wound, the pain distorting his face, making it impossible for Luke to tell if he was lying.
But today was different, his injury had stabilized, and his emotions were calm; Luke could see traces of lying on his face.
"Why did you kill Fred Kramer?"
"I don't know; I'm just a driver."
Luke took out a photo of Thomas Colley, "Do you know him?"
"I don't know him."
"What about him?"
"Don't know him either."
This time, Luke didn't see any signs of lying on his face.
In other words, Ricardo Solu didn't know much about this affair, he was just a hired hitman.
The issue now is, he knows who hired him, but he refuses to tell.
Luke thought for a moment and advised, "You're just a driver; you didn't fire the shot that night. If you're willing to assist police investigations and identify the mastermind, I'll help you get a favorable plea agreement."
Ricardo Solu hesitated for a long time, pursing his lips, "I'm just a driver, the person who hired me has already been killed by you, I really don't know who the mastermind is."