Chapter 8 - The Local Police Arrive To Enforce Order And Peace
The sudden slamming of the front door echoed through the quiet suburban cul-de-sac, followed moments later by the rumble of an engine.
Before Caleb and Margaret could even process the sudden departure, flashing red and blue lights painted the living room walls.
A marked police cruiser pulled up directly in front of the driveway, bringing two uniformed local officers to the front steps.
Caleb walked over and opened the door, greeting Officer Miller with a calm, cooperative nod of acknowledgment.
“Good evening, Mr. Bennett. We received a domestic disturbance and assault call originating from this address,” Officer Miller stated.
“My wife called from her cell phone on her way out, didn't she?” Caleb asked with a tired, knowing sigh.
“She reported being physically thrown to the floor by you during a family dispute, sir,” Officer Davis added, stepping up beside her partner.
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Margaret hurried to the door, stepping forward to defend her son before the situation escalated any further.
“That is completely false, Officer! She attacked me first, and my son was merely protecting me from her violence!” Margaret testified.
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