Detective Ray found a note left by a fleeing spy: 'Meet me at the pier on the 32nd of June.' Ray smiled and ignored the tip, knowing it was a trap. Why did Ray disregard the note?
June only has 30 days.
There is no such date as June 32nd, as June has only 30 days.
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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