Los Angeles Detective

The suspected murderer, Williams Cline, died in prison before two car accidents.

There is another suspect.

Luke reorganizes the relationship between the three people involved.

Two car accident victims, Grace Dole and Ossie Perkins, were not directly related, but they both had 'bad blood' with Williams Crane.

Grace Dole was originally Williams Klein's girlfriend, but abandoned Williams Klein after cheating on her.

Williams Klein was involved in a car accident while driving drunk, and the police officer who arrested him was Ossie Perkins.

Williams Crane died in prison after serving a year.

Luke speculated that the suspect had a close relationship with Williams Crane and that the purpose of murdering Grace Dole and Ossie Perkins was probably to avenge Williams Crane.

According to police information, Williams Klein now has only one immediate relative, his father, Heller Klein.

The next morning.

The first squadron divided its troops into two groups, and the deputy squadron led people to talk to Heller Klein.

Luke went to the Klein Automobile Dealership that Williams Klein ran before he was imprisoned to investigate.

Klein Automobile Dealership is located on the south side of Tasim Street, and the location is a little out of the way. However, the dealership has been in business for twenty years, has a good reputation, and the dealership's business has always been good.

Luke led the team to Klein's car dealership, where several men wearing greasy gray uniforms were repairing the car.

Luke looked around.

A middle-aged white man came over and looked at the two cars parked at the door, "Sir, is there something wrong with your cars?"

"No, we're not here to repair the car." Luke showed his police badge, "lapd."

The white man spread his hands and said, "Sir, our car dealership is only responsible for repairing cars and has no other business."

"Are you the owner of the car dealership?"

"Yes, my name is Quick Hundley."

Quick Hundley wrung his hands together, "What do you want from me?"

"Mr. Quick Hendry, you don't need to be nervous.

We want to talk to you about two people. Luke asked, "Do you know Williams Crane?" "

"Yes, he is a good friend and a good boss." Quique Hendry sighed, "I have always felt sorry for his departure."

Luke asked, "Do you know anything about him being caught driving drunk?"

Quick Hundley took a deep breath and recalled, “Know something.

He had just broken up with his girlfriend at that time. To be precise, Bichi had cheated on her, and the cheating partner was an employee of our car dealership.

Williams almost went crazy when he found out about this.

He had been drinking heavily during that time, and the reason why he crashed his car while drunk was because of those two bitches.

I get angry thinking about this. "

"Last year, Williams Cline died in prison. Did you know about this?"

"Yes, I heard his father mention it.

After being imprisoned, he found it difficult to adapt to prison life and was in a bad mood.

I guess he was probably suffering from depression.

Later, I don’t know where he got the news and learned that his ex-girlfriend had married Marico Marquez.

He suffered a complete breakdown...and hanged himself in his cell. "

"Did William Crane's father, Heller Crane, know this too?"

“Of course, he told me that when we were drinking together.

He is in pain...

If possible, he would go to jail or even die for his son.

But there are no ifs in this world. "

Luke tentatively asked, "Can Mr. Heller Klein repair cars?"

“Of course, he is the founder of this car shop, and his car repair skills are the best.

It was only in recent years that the business was handed over to Williams. "

"Has he been to the dealership lately?"

"No.

Williams' death hit him hard. His spirit was shattered and he had no time or energy to take care of the dealership.

So he transferred the car dealership to me at a low price. "

"Do you know where to find him?"

"Actually, we haven't contacted each other for a while." Quick Hendry shook his head slightly, "Why are you asking about Heller?"

"We are investigating a case and want to find out some information from him."

"I really don't know where he is."

Luke nodded, his eyes falling on the car dealership's sign, "Mr. Quick Hendry, the car dealership is yours now, why didn't you change the name?"

Quick Hendry looked at the car dealership's sign and said slowly, "I have worked in this car dealership for more than ten years, and I have feelings for it.

Mr. Heller Klein was willing to transfer the car dealership to me at a low price because he took a fancy to my ability and affection for the car dealership.

I can't think of a reason to change the name.

It doesn't need to be renamed either. "

Luke left Klein's car dealership. Although he did not find Heller Klein, he learned more about Heller Klein.

Heller Klein had a deep affection for his son. The death of Williams Klein hit him hard. At the same time, Heller Klein had good car repair skills.

These clues further increased the suspicion of Heller Klein.

…

Robbery and Murder Division.

Luke returned to the 1st Squadron office and recounted the information they obtained at the car dealership.

The deputy continued, “We went to Heller Klein’s house and called the door, but no one opened it.

I called Heller Klein, but no one answered.

According to the neighbors, Heller Klein lives alone and is not in good health. He has not been seen in the past few days.

Neighbors also feared for his safety.

Concerned that Heller Klein might be in danger, we entered the house to investigate. "The deputy team leader stood up, walked to the projector, and placed a few photos, "These were taken by us in the study room on the second floor.

Photos, information and whereabouts of four people are posted on a wall on the second floor.

Among them were two car accident victims, Grace Dole and Ossie Perkins.

In addition to these two people, there is Grace Dole's husband Marico Marquez.

Tex Werner, the partner of slain police officer Ossie Perkins. "The deputy team pointed to the photos on the projector, "It can be seen from the information on the wall that Heller Klein blamed these four people for his son's death.

He is the suspect we are looking for.

Grace Dole was injured and hospitalized.

Officer Ossie Perkins has been killed in a car accident.

Marico Marquez or Tex Werner could be the next targets.

We have to find him before he does it. "

Luke nodded and arranged the task, "I will take people to protect Officer Tex Werner.

The Vice Team goes to the hospital to protect Grace Doll.

Marcus takes people to protect Grace Dole's husband, Marico Marquez.

Raymond, you are responsible for investigating the whereabouts of the suspect Heller Klein. "

"Yes, sir."

…

Half an hour later.

Luke rushed to the Southern Precinct and found Patrolman Tex Werner to explain his purpose.

Tex Werner spread his hands and said, "Captain Li, I thank you for your kindness, but I am not afraid of him. I just fulfilled the duties of a policeman and did what I should do.

I have the ability to protect myself. As long as he shows up, I will definitely catch him. "

Luke nodded, "I don't doubt that.

But you are not alone and your family may be hurt by this too. "

Tex Werner touched his chin and looked a little solemn, "You are right, I don't want my family's safety to be threatened.

I'm willing to assist you. "

…

Marico Marquez's house.

Xiao Hei stood in front of Marico Marquez's house and knocked on the door.

No response.

"Mr. Marquis."

Still no response.

Xiao Hei took out his mobile phone and dialed Marico Marquez's number, "Hello, is this Mr. Marico Marquez?"

"it's me."

"I'm Detective Marcus, Robbery and Murder Division. Are you home?"

"No, I'm running errands outside.

Detective Marcus, what do you want from me? "

Marcus didn't answer, but asked, "Where are you now?"

"I'm going to visit my wife in the hospital."

"I have something very important to talk to you about now."

"Okay, I will contact you as soon as I finish the work."

…

O'Byrne Hospital.

Marico Marquez parked his car in the hospital parking lot and walked into the building with a food box in his hand.

His wife has been losing her appetite recently, so Marico Marquis specially made her favorite pasta and mushroom soup.

Marico Marquez got off the elevator from the fourth floor, greeted the nurse in the lobby, and walked to Ward 402.

He opened the door to the ward and said with a smile, "Hi, dear, did you miss me today..."

Halfway through his words, Marico Marquez suddenly got stuck and stared at a white man standing next to the hospital bed with wide eyes.

"Mr. Heller Klein, why are you here?"

"I heard that Grace had been in a car accident. I came here specifically to visit her."

Marico Marquez looked at his wife and found that her face was full of horror and she kept winking at him.

"Mr. Klein..." Marico Marquez was about to say something, but he saw Heller Klein pull out a pistol from behind and threaten, "Don't move, and don't shout, if you do anything strange , I will shoot you immediately."

Marico Marquez swallowed, dropped the food box in his hand to the ground, and slowly raised his hands.

"Don't shoot, I don't have a weapon."

"Very well, go and close the door to the ward, slowly.

If you want to run, then try whether you are faster or my gun is faster. "

Marico Marquez looked at the black muzzle of the gun, his face full of fear, and his actions were somewhat awkward. He slowly turned around and closed the door to the ward.

"Well done." Heller Klein took out a pair of handcuffs from his pocket, threw them to Marico Marquez, then pointed to the chair opposite the hospital bed and said, "Cuff your hands from behind and sit on the chair. "

Marico Marquez took a deep breath and advised, "Mr. Klein, please don't hurt us. As long as you leave now, we can pretend that nothing happened."

Grace Dole nodded quickly, "Yes, Mr. Klein, I was wrong about what happened before.

Please don't hurt us. "

"Don't worry, I just want to chat with you." Heller Klein sighed softly, leaning against the wall, the muzzle of the gun still pointed at the two of them, and said, "Since Williams left, I have been very Lonely, there are fewer and fewer friends around me.

It was rare to see two acquaintances today, and I was very happy. "

Grace Dole had red eyes and a trembling voice, "I'm sorry for Williams' death."

Heller Klein's cheeks twitched slightly, and he pointed the gun at Grace Doll, "Anyone can say that, but you are not qualified. You killed Williams.

It was you."

"I never thought that Williams would commit suicide, never thought about it, I just..."

"Shut up, you bitch, Williams was so good to you, but you fooled around with the employees of the car dealership behind his back.

Do you know how much damage this has caused him?" Heller Klein roared, and then glared at Marico Marquez, "And you damn bastard, I recruited you into the car dealership, but you killed my son for a bitch .

Fuck, you are the one who deserves death.

It's you. "

"Mr. Klein, I'm sorry, I didn't expect things to turn out like this." Marico Marquez begged, "Please don't hurt us, please give us a chance to make up for it."

"My Williams is dead, how do you want to make up for it? What can you do to make up for it?

You have to die too, you all deserve to die!"

Grace Doll sobbed softly, "I was seriously injured in the car accident, and I have been punished, please don't hurt us again.

Mr. Klein, please."

"Knock knock..."

Just then, there was a knock on the door outside.

The three of them were shocked and stunned.

Heller Klein pointed a gun at Grace Doll, "You are a smart person, you should know what to do?"

Grace Doll took a deep breath, "Who's outside?"

"I am Dr. Vincent Siss, come to check on the ward, I'm coming in." As the voice fell, the door slowly opened, and an old man in a white coat walked into the ward.

Heller Klein had his hands behind his back, the gun still pointed at Grace Doll, and at the same time, he looked at the doctor who came in with a vigilant look. His first impression was that the doctor was a bit old.

It was precisely because the other party was very old that he secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

Dr. Sis looked at the three people and asked, "Ms. Grace Doll, how do you feel today?"

Grace Doll looked at Dr. Sis, then looked at Heller Klein on the side, and the expression on her face changed again and again.

Heller Klein moved his gun and said to Grace Doll, "Grace, this doctor is talking to you."

Grace Doll licked her lips and said perfunctorily, "Not bad."

Dr. Sith looked at the lunch box on the ground, "I just heard some noise in the ward. Did you have a quarrel?"

Heller Klein smiled and said, "Yes, this kid is clumsy and can't even hold a lunch box.

I scolded him."

Dr. Sith said, "The patient needs to rest now. I suggest that you two go out and talk. It will be better."

Heller Klein said, "You are right. We will talk to Grace for a few more words and then leave."

"Do you need me to ask the nurse to help clean up?"

Heller Klein shrugged, "That clumsy kid can clean up. He should do it."

"OK." Dr. Sith nodded, turned around, and pretended to leave.

As soon as Dr. Sis opened the door of the ward, Marico Marquis suddenly said, "Doctor, I want to talk to you about Grace's condition."

Heller Klein said coldly, "Marico Marquis, I don't think it's a good time now."

Marico Marquis swallowed his saliva, and his forehead was covered with fine beads of sweat. This move was a bit risky, but he knew very well that only by disrupting the situation could he survive.

If there were only three of them left in the ward, he would have no way out.

Marico Marquis took a deep breath, stepped forward with his somewhat stiff legs, and slowly walked to the door of the ward.

"I asked you to stop." Heller Klein's tone was full of threats.

Not only did Marico Marquis not stop, but he walked faster. His hands were handcuffed and he couldn't open the door by himself. The door opened by Dr. Sis was his only exit to the light.

"Damn bastard!" Heller Klein cursed, raised the pistol in his right hand, pointed it at Marico Marquis and pressed the trigger.

"Bang!" The bullet hit Marico Marquez's shoulder.

"Ah!"

Marico Marquez screamed and fell to the left front.

Heller Klein aimed at Marico Marquez and was about to shoot again.

"Bang!"

A gunshot was heard from the opposite side, and the bullet hit Heller Klein's right arm.

Heller Klein screamed and the gun in his hand fell to the ground.

I saw Dr. Sis holding a pistol and shouting, "lapd, don't move!"

...

Metzker Bar.

The first squadron sat together and talked and laughed loudly.

Jackson took a sip of whiskey and said, "Deputy Captain, tell us about your process of arresting the suspect alone. I'm really curious."

"There's nothing to say. It's nothing in my decades of police career." The deputy captain shrugged.

Xiao Hei was puzzled, "After you entered the ward, didn't the suspect Heller Klein doubt your identity?"

The deputy captain smiled, "To be honest, I think he should have.

He probably rarely sees an older doctor like me, but he never thought I would be a policeman.

Age has brought me some troubles, but it is also my best disguise."

Luke picked up the wine glass and suggested, "Let's toast to the deputy captain."

In that extreme situation, Luke couldn't say he could do better than the deputy team.

"Here's to the deputy captain." Everyone also raised their glasses.

The deputy team member put his hands down and said, "Wait a minute, you guys are saying good morning, I have something very important that I haven't announced yet."

Xiao Hei teased, "What's the matter? Are you ready to retire?"

"No, I plan to do it until I die.

Do you have an opinion? "The deputy captain snorted and waved his hand, "What I want to say is that I'm getting engaged. "

"What?"

"Are you joking?"

"Today is April Fool's Day?"

"Vice Captain, you're not drunk, are you?"

The deputy team leader looked at everyone and said seriously, "I am sober and serious."

Jenny asked, "Is that the lady you spent Christmas with?"

The deputy smiled, "Yes, I'm glad someone still remembers this."

Xiao Hei frowned and thought for a while, "I remembered, you also said you would marry that lady.

I thought you were kidding. "

“I never joke about stuff like this.

I'm serious about getting married. "The deputy team leader sounded sincerely and raised his glass, "Next Sunday, I will hold an engagement ceremony, and I would like to invite you to participate. "

"Congratulations, Vice Captain.

I will definitely go. "Luke looked in admiration. This is a man who has jumped repeatedly inside and outside the siege. He is a true warrior.

As for Luke, he felt that he was still young and had no desire to get married yet.

Jackson clinked glasses with the deputy team member and said, "Vice team member, I must be the first one to arrive."

Xiao Hei rubbed his hands and was a little curious, "Congratulations to the deputy team, can we see the photo of that lady? I'm curious about what kind of lady can win your heart."

A smile spread across the face of the deputy captain, “She is an elegant, beautiful, considerate and perfect lady.

I believe you will like her very much. "

At this moment, Rhett, who was holding a wine glass, came over and said, "Hey, guys, what are you talking about? So happy."

Luke said, "About the engagement."

Rhett was a little surprised, "Who is getting engaged? You?"

Luke raised his hands in a gesture of surrender, "It's not me.

It's the deputy team. "

Rhett walked up to the deputy team and shook his hand, "Man, congratulations."

The deputy team member asked, "I'm going to hold an engagement party next week, will you come?"

Rhett quipped, "Is there a time I didn't go?"

The deputy team member said firmly, "This is the last time."

Rhett smiled, "You said the same thing last time."

"Ha ha……"

Everyone laughed.

"Director." Not far away, someone called Red.

Rhett raised his glass to everyone, "Guys, let's talk another time.

Vice team, congratulations again.

Luke, come to my office tomorrow. "

"Okay, Director."

…

The next morning.

Detective Bureau, Chief's Office.

"Dong dong..."

"Come in." Rhett's voice sounded in the office.

Luke pushed the door open and walked into the office, "Director."

This office is much larger than Rhett's previous office, and the grade of desks, chairs, file cabinets, and sofas has also been significantly improved.

Rhett invited Luke to sit on the sofa and asked, "Is work going well in the department recently?"

"fine."

Rhett glanced at his watch, "I have a meeting later, so I'll keep the story short.

When I stepped down as Chief of the Robbery and Murder Division, Deputy Chief Magna Met took over as Chief.

The position of deputy director is now vacant, and I am ready to recommend you to take over as deputy director of the Robbery and Murder Division.

Do you have any ideas? "

"It's an honor to receive your recommendation. If I take over the position of deputy director, will my job content change?"

"Of course, that's what I wanted to say.

After you take over the position of deputy director, you will be in charge of the first and second squadrons; the third and fourth squadrons will still be in charge of Magna Met.

There are fewer opportunities for frontline work and more of overall arrangements. "

"I know, I will study hard and adapt to the new position as soon as possible."

Luke felt a pressure, which was equivalent to Red entrusting Luke with his base in the Robbery and Murder Division.

Of course, this is also a kind of trust.

"Very well, I believe in your ability.

If you encounter difficulties or doubts, you can come to me at any time. "

"I will."

"Also, do you have any recommendations for a candidate to take over as captain of the first squadron?"

Luke was stunned for a moment, "It's a bit sudden, I haven't thought about it yet."

"Tell me after you think about it." Rhett patted Luke on the shoulder and stood up, "You go to work first. I also have to go to the headquarters for a meeting."

…

Sunday.

Matena Hotel.

This is an idyllic hotel in the suburbs of Los Angeles, with beautiful surroundings and convenient transportation, perfect for hosting events.

Vice Captain Vincent chose to hold the engagement banquet here.

On a lawn behind the hotel, there are long tables, chairs and a platform decorated with flowers and plants.

At around ten o'clock in the morning, the waiters had already started setting up the engagement ceremony site.

The tables and chairs are mainly white, with a circle of golden balloons arranged around them, moving with the wind.

Drinks, desserts, and fruits were also placed on the table.

Deputy Vincent walked around and was very satisfied with the layout of the scene. After all, he was an old customer of this hotel.

At 11 o'clock in the morning, guests arrived one after another.

Vice Captain Vincent has been married five times in his life and has a total of six children.

Knowing that he was going to get engaged, several of his children came to attend the engagement ceremony, and even his two ex-wives came with him.

The deputy captain was a little overwhelmed when he found out, but it was difficult to refuse.

At around 11 o'clock in the morning, colleagues from the police station also arrived at the engagement scene.

The deputy captain had worked in the police station for a lifetime, so he naturally knew quite a few policemen. However, he had a bad temper, so he didn't have many friends.

The deputy captain went to the door to greet him. The person walking in front of the crowd was Luke, the newly appointed deputy director of the Robbery and Murder Division.

The deputy captain couldn't help but curl his lips. He had clearly caught the suspect, but it was this guy who was promoted. Alas.

Despite the complaints, the deputy captain still greeted them with a smile, "Deputy Director Luke, Captain Klin, guys, welcome to my engagement ceremony."

Luke smiled, "Deputy Captain, this white suit suits you very well, very handsome."

Chen Kelin joked, "It's really good, at least ten years younger."

Xiao Hei looked around, "Deputy Captain, where is your fiancée? I can't wait to see her."

The deputy captain led everyone into the engagement party and pointed to the dining table not far away, "There are drinks and food there. You guys eat something first. I'll call Olinka over and introduce her to you."

Xiao Hei picked up a glass of champagne from the table, took a sip, and nodded, "This wine is good. The deputy captain spent a lot of money this time."

Luke picked up a glass of red wine and took a sip, "It tastes good."

Other police officers from the Robbery and Murder Division also gathered around, picked up their glasses, drank and chatted.

Not long after, the deputy team leader came over with a white woman, "Guys, let me introduce you, this is my fiancée, Olinka Barros."

He pointed at Luke and the others and introduced them.

"This is Deputy Director Li, who is also my immediate superior. Yes, that lucky guy I mentioned to you yesterday."

Olinka Barros smiled awkwardly, "Hello, Deputy Director Li."

Luke ignored the old man's teasing, or he had long been immune to it. Olinka looked to be in her fifties, wearing a white long dress, elegant and generous, giving people a very comfortable feeling.

"Hello, Ms. Barrows, just call me Luke."

"This is Captain Chen, he is now under Luke's charge. I think we should have a lot of common topics."

Chen Kelin "..."

"This is Inspector Raymond. He doesn't talk, but that doesn't mean he doesn't like you. He just doesn't like to talk."

"This is Inspector Marcus, a bad boy who likes to go against me.

If I get angry to death one day, I'll find him."

Marcus "..."

"Dear, my memory is not very good. I'm afraid I can't remember so many people you introduced at once.

Why don't we sit down and talk slowly." Olinka Barrows interrupted the deputy captain. If he continued to introduce them, he would offend everyone just after meeting them.

The deputy captain smiled and said, "You are right. They are like my family. I will introduce them to you slowly."

Luke was a little surprised. Oh, when did this stubborn old man become so obedient.

"Here comes Chief Reed!"

A cry came from the crowd.

Everyone looked up and saw Red coming in from the door.

"Dear, let me introduce you to an old friend." The deputy captain took Olinka Barros out to greet him.

"Red, I'm glad you can come to my engagement ceremony." The deputy captain hugged Red.

"Old buddy, I would have come even if you didn't invite me." Red hugged the deputy captain.

"How come you've become so cheesy?" The deputy captain teased and introduced, "This is my fiancée, Olinka Barros.

This is Red, the chief of the detective department, and my former partner."

"Hello, Chief Red, I often hear Vincent mention you."

"He certainly didn't say anything good about me." Red joked and handed over an exquisite gift box bag, "Ms. Barros, this is my engagement gift to you. I wish you and Captain Vincent a happy engagement."

The old man was serious again, "Deputy Captain, it's Deputy Captain Vincent."

Red spread his hands and looked at Luke on the side, "Haven't you told him yet?"

"Tell me what?"

"Luke was promoted to deputy chief of the robbery and homicide department, and I asked him to recommend someone to take over the captain's position.

He recommended you.

I approved it.

So, you are now the acting captain of the first squadron."

The deputy captain opened his mouth wide in shock. Xi said, "Are you serious?"

Red shrugged, "You should ask Luke, he recommended you, it has nothing to do with me."

The deputy captain looked at Luke and asked the same question, "Are you sure you want me, a man in my sixties, to be the captain?"

"Are you unwilling to accept it?"

"No, of course I am willing, but aren't you worried... am I a little old?"

Luke said, "In terms of investigation ability and experience in the entire robbery and murder department, you are third, and no one dares to be second.

You are fully qualified to be the captain.

As for the age issue.

I think a positive attitude is more important than physical age.

Nowadays, many young people do not have the courage to get engaged and married, and they do not want to take too much responsibility.

And you have the courage to take responsibility.

I am relieved to hand over the first squadron to you."

"Thank you for your trust and recognition, man." The deputy captain's eyes were red, and he was a little moved.

He really didn't expect that he would be promoted to captain one day.

He had waited for this day for too long...

It was so long that it felt unreal.

This was definitely the best and most precious gift he had ever received.

With this excitement, the engagement ceremony of the deputy captain, no, captain Vincent, officially began.

On the podium, Vincent and Olinka recounted how they met, knew each other, and fell in love...

Luke sat in the crowd and listened, with a hint of admiration in his envy.

The deputy captain was really a warrior. He felt that at the age of the deputy captain, he definitely didn't have the courage to remarry.

"Ding-ling-ling..."

Luke's cell phone rang.

He took out his cell phone and pressed the answer button, "This is Luke."

"Deputy Director Li, this is Frank Reagan."

"Hello, Chief, is there anything you can do for me?"

"I just received news that several gangsters hijacked a school bus with fifteen students held hostage."

Luke frowned slightly, "What are the robbers' demands?"

"They demand the release of a serious criminal in custody within an hour.

When the time comes, if the serious criminal is not released, a hostage will be killed every ten minutes." Frank Reagan said in a serious tone, "This case is very difficult and urgent. The robbers are challenging the bottom line of the police.

I hope you can take over this case."

Luke glanced at Reid and found that he was also answering the phone, and he should have received the news.

However, the fact that Chief Frank could call him personally was enough to show his trust in him.

"Chief, where is the hijacking location? I'll go there now."

"Very good, I didn't make a mistake. I'll have someone send you the information now.

From now on, the entire Los Angeles Police Department will cooperate with your actions!"

"Yes, sir."

Luke stood up and looked into the distance. There was still a long way to go...

(End)