office specifically, rather than by the police department, which was the standard procedure.
The contractor confirmed this as well.
Marcus thanked him and sat down.
With Harmon, Marcus asked one question: Had Detective Harmon independently verified the origin of the evidence referral that initiated the investigation of Walter Brekes? Harmon paused.
He had not.
The referral had come through official channels.
Marcus nodded.
From which office, Detective? Harmon checked his notes.
The district’s financial compliance office.
“Thank you,” Marcus said.
The defense case began on the second morning.
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