Chapter 3 - TAKING STATEMENTS
Officer Ramirez stepped forward, his hand resting instinctively near his sidearm as he surveyed the chaotic kitchen scene.
"Is everyone alright in here? We received a 911 dispatch regarding a domestic disturbance," the senior officer announced crisply.
Victoria immediately smoothed down her emerald blazer, assuming her most polished, high-society suburban demeanor.
"Officer, thank goodness you're here. My son is having some sort of mental breakdown," Victoria lied smoothly with a tragic smile.
Ethan didn't blink, stepping forward to present his smartphone screen displaying the continuous indoor security camera feed.
"Check the cloud storage recording from five minutes ago, Officer," Ethan instructed, his tone devoid of any emotion.
Officer Ramirez took the phone, watching the crystal-clear video of Victoria sweeping the hot tea and porcelain off the island.
The video captured Victoria’s angry outburst verbatim, including her vicious threat: "You ruined my family!"
Victoria’s fake smile completely collapsed as the second officer stepped behind her, unclipping heavy steel handcuffs from his belt.
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"Victoria Montgomery, you are under arrest for domestic endangerment and reckless conduct," Officer Ramirez declared firmly.
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