Chapter 6 - Detective Ruiz Calls For Backup And Detains Preston
Detective Ruiz tapped the screen of her encrypted department phone, issuing a swift call for backup units to report to the floor.
“Mr. Preston Marchetti, you are being detained for questioning regarding the suspected poisoning and endangerment of your wife,” Ruiz announced formally.
Before Preston could protest or lunge toward the door, two hospital security officers stepped forward and gripped his arms firmly.
“You can’t do this! I am a respected business owner in this city!” Preston shouted, his voice echoing down the sterile hallway.
“Your social status doesn't exempt you from federal and state drug tampering laws, Mr. Marchetti,” Ruiz replied without blinking.
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They escorted Preston out of the room, leaving his expensive suit jacket draped awkwardly over the visitor chair.
Poppy buried her face in Madeline’s hospital blanket, trembling softly as the heavy doors clicked shut behind them.
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