A jewel thief was caught because he tried to sell a stolen diamond ring to an undercover cop. The thief claimed he bought it at a garage sale for ten dollars from an old lady. Detective Hayes looked at the inscription inside the band and knew the thief was lying instantly. What did the inscription say?
Property of the police department
The inscription inside the band read 'Property of the Police Department' or 'State Evidence Locker', proving it was an item that could never have been sold at a casual garage sale by an old lady.
About this riddle
Detective riddles are tiny mysteries. Look for the detail in the story that does not fit; it is usually the clue that solves the case.
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