Los Angeles Legendary Sleuth

Half an hour later, Luke and the others left the vacation house with Buddy Corruck's dashcam.

After getting into the car, the young detective asked, "Captain, are we just leaving like this?

This guy has a significant motive for committing the crime and is highly suspicious."

"You're right, but we don't have evidence of him killing anyone.

Since he has provided a new alibi, we should verify it first.

Find the blonde woman who was at the hotel that night and confirm his whereabouts during the time of the crime."

Jackson asked, "If he really is the killer, won't he take the chance to run away?"

Luke thought for a moment, "The likelihood of him being the killer isn't very high.

He returned to Los Angeles the day before yesterday afternoon and visited Koffi Travel Company yesterday; quite a few people are aware of this, and the loophole in his previous alibi was too big.

If he really were the killer, he should have fled long ago, not waited until now.

Besides, we've checked his dashcam, which matches his description. Although he returned to the community, he stayed only for a short time and didn't have the opportunity to commit the crime."

Jackson said thoughtfully, "He returned home early because of a job change, only to find his wife cheating. That night, his wife and her lover were murdered.

If he had nothing to do with this, wouldn't that be too much of a coincidence?

It's like it was all set up."

Luke nodded, "I've had the same suspicion.

If Buddy Corruck isn't the killer.

Then the real culprit might have deliberately set up the affair, possibly hoping he'd kill his wife and her lover in a fit of rage, never expecting Buddy Corruck to be so timid and just leave.

Subsequently, the real killer acted personally.

Because Buddy Corruck was at the crime scene and has a strong motive, the police would still suspect him first.

The real culprit becomes safer."

Jackson said, "Could the real killer be Dido Bruns, the president of Koffi Travel Company? He and several involved parties are all part of the Koffi Group and know each other.

Furthermore, he also has the power to interfere with Buddy Corruck's job arrangements.

It's just that we don't know his motive yet."

The young detective agreed, "Exactly, the two victims were just killed, and this guy rushed to New York. This guy is definitely connected."

Luke instructed, "Contact the blonde lady who was with Buddy Corruck on the night of the crime to first confirm his alibi.

If Buddy Corruck is cleared, then investigate Dido Bruns, the president of Koffi Travel Company..."

"Ring, ring..." Luke's phone rang.

"Hello, this is Luke."

"Captain Lee, this is Chen Kelin.

Our second team just identified a case suspect. Would you like to participate in the interrogation?"

"So soon?"

"Yes, the suspect has a motive and was seen near the crime scene."

"Where are you now?"

"On the way back to the detective bureau."

"See you soon."

Luke hung up and said, "You two go check the blonde lady; I need to head back to the station."

The young detective asked, "What happened?"

"Captain Chen found a suspect, and I need to go back for the interrogation."

Jackson remarked, "They're working fast this time."

The young detective scoffed, "Don't forget, they took over the case before we did."

"Forget about others, just clear up the leads you have." Luke gave a few reminders, and then the three of them went their separate ways.

...

Robbery and Homicide Division, second team office.

In the meeting room.

Opposite Chen Kelin sat a white man in his fifties with long gray hair and a shaggy beard, looking somewhat unkempt.

The white man yawned and glanced around the room, his gaze settling on Chen Kelin, and he opened his mouth slightly but said nothing.

Chen Kelin, sitting opposite him, smiled and asked, "Mr. Otway Stone, would you like something to drink? Coffee or tea?"

"No, thanks." The white man, known as Otway Stone, glanced at his gold Rolex, "I have to attend a friend's gathering soon, so I hope we can speed this up."

"OK.

Mr. Otway Stone, do you know Gallian Coffey?"

"Yes, the chairman of Coffey Company, who isn't known in Los Angeles?

I also know, he's dead."

"I heard you two were good friends and even held significant positions at the same film company, so you must be quite familiar with each other.

So, I want to learn more about him from you."

"Come on, I said I'm busy and don't have time for your games.

We may have been friends before, but not now.

We've even had conflicts, nothing to hide there.

But I can tell you clearly, I have nothing to do with his death, so don't waste your time on me." Otway Stone touched the watch dial, "My time is very precious."

"I'll focus on the main points and won't take up too much of your time."

"That's for the best."

"Knock, knock..." The meeting room door sounded.

Luke pushed the door open and walked in, "Gentlemen, hope I'm not interrupting."

"You came at the right time." Chen Kelin introduced, "This is Mr. Otway Stone, director of Otway Film Company, and this is Captain Lee of the first team."

Otway Stone frowned slightly and glanced at Luke, "Luke Lee?"

"That's me."

"I've heard of you, a famous detective in Los Angeles, and I've heard you've solved many big cases.

I know a great screenwriter who wants to make a film about your experiences. To be honest, the script is pretty good."

"It's an honor." Luke smiled.