A wealthy art collector was found dead on his living room floor. The suspects were his three nephews. Nephew Bob said he was playing tennis outdoors. Nephew Carl said he was swimming in the indoor pool. Nephew Dan said he was reading by the fireplace. Detective Reed looked at their clothes and immediately arrested the killer. Who was it, and why?
Nephew Dan
Dan claimed to be reading by the fireplace, but his clothes smelled strongly of chlorine and were damp from the indoor pool, exposing his lie.
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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