A priceless golden amulet was stolen from an exhibition hall during a power outage that lasted exactly ten minutes. The backup generator kicked in instantly, bathing the room in red emergency light. Three suspects were detained inside the pitch-black vault corridor before the lights returned: Arthur, who was holding a white handkerchief; Brenda, who had dark charcoal smudges on her fingertips; and Charles, who was wearing polarized sunglasses. Detective Vance arrested the thief without hesitation. Who was it?
Charles
Charles was wearing polarized sunglasses inside a pitch-black corridor during a power outage. Only someone who expected blinding light or a flash would wear sunglasses in the dark.
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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