And several more threads are added to this tapestry, nearly quilt like in the images fastened to it, some with kernels of hope, other images in unspeakable horror...
Events are beginning now to move more quickly and like a game of dominoes or an old Rube Goldberg cartoon, one false move by either side will set off a chain reaction of unpredictable consequences...
The detective watched the man’s eyes widen as he read, obviously recognizing many of the people identified as either accomplices or clients in Charles Miller’s illicit business.
"Many of these people are connected to each other. We obviously want them all, but as soon as we make a move the entire network will know we are onto them. They’ll dump evidence and potentially flee.” Juan’s voice dropped to almost a whisper. “This is just Charles Miller’s network, Mike. There are similar operations we have yet to uncover all over the country; likely all over the globe.”
“Shit.” While not eloquent, Mike Schultz’s single word summed up the situation well.
“Yeah,” Juan agreed.
“Okay. We’ll need to investigate these people quietly. I’ll work with Daniel and the Commissioner on a plan. Some of these names come with significant political backing. When we start making arrests and filing charges, I want them to stick!” The prosecutor, while cautious, had never been afraid to go toe-to-toe with the city’s elite.
I have found this story to be so true to life it seems to be drawn from the news of the day. The depravity is real, and in your backyards, as per the article below, many high-powered legal firms are fighting the release of the names of those involved...
Brothel catering to politicians, doctors, lawyers busted in Boston