A woman reported that her antique silver teapot was stolen from her locked kitchen cabinet. There were no signs of forced entry on the doors or windows. When Detective Black inspected the kitchen sink, he smiled. What did he find?
Wet silver polish rags or the key left in the lock inside
The woman polished the teapot and hid it herself or forgot where she put it while cleaning, as evidenced by fresh silver polish residue in the sink.
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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