During a blackout, a jeweler's safe was robbed. The thief left behind a muddy footprint, a ripped jacket sleeve, and a silver pocket watch. Three suspects were brought in: Arthur, who has a muddy right shoe; Ben, who has a torn jacket sleeve; and Charles, who carries a silver pocket watch. Detective Reed arrested Ben. Why?
Ben had a torn sleeve, which matches the physical evidence left behind
Arthur's mud was on the wrong foot, and Charles's watch was accounted for, but Ben's torn jacket sleeve directly linked him to the scene where the fabric snagged.
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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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