Chapter 14 - Abusers Attempt To Twist The Truth To Responding Officers

As the police officers entered the grand foyer, Agatha rushed forward with her hands clasped dramatically together.
“Thank God you’re here, officer! This man broke into our home, assaulted my son, and held us hostage!” Agatha cried out.
Detective Vance didn't even blink, holding up a hand to stop her theatrical performance in its tracks.
“Mrs. Whitmore, I suggest you step back unless you want obstruction of justice added to your felony indictment,” Vance warned.
Calvin stumbled into the hallway behind her, looking disheveled, defeated, and stripped of his arrogant bravado.
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“It’s a misunderstanding... we’re a respectable family; this is just a civil inheritance dispute,” Calvin stammered weakly.
“Embezzlement, wire fraud, and domestic child endangerment aren't civil matters, Mr. Whitmore,” Vance replied coldly.
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