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Detective riddle

An antique pocket watch was stolen from a locked museum display case. Three suspects were interrogated: Arthur, who claimed he was reading a book in the east wing; Beatrice, who said she was eating lunch in the cafeteria; and Charles, who insisted he was swimming in the indoor pool. Detective Thorne arrested Charles on the spot. Why?

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.

Difficulty: Easy. More like this: Detective riddles with answers or try Truth & Lie Island for a different kind of puzzle.

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