Chapter 10 - The Poolside Investigation

LAPD forensic technicians surrounded the luxury mansion pool in Beverly Hills, draining the dark blue water completely.
Investigating detectives recovered the smashed fragments of the silver tray and milk glass from the patio stone.
Chemical analysis of the glass residue confirmed the presence of the exact same sedative found in Chloe's blood.
Detective Miller turned to his partner, shaking his head in absolute disgust at the evidence gathered.
"This elevates her charges from child endangerment to attempted premeditated murder," Detective Miller stated.
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Across town, Richard was brought back into the precinct for secondary questioning under heavy police guard.
When presented with the toxicology reports, Richard dropped his head onto the metal table, sobbing in pathetic defeat.