John Leaman, the anal retentive on the team, had spent days studying a map with the aim of profiling the offenders. The theory was that referencing the crime locations would pinpoint the likeliest area where the perpetrators had their base. If these had been one-man crimes, it might have worked. With a gang, the profile was never likely to provide the breakthrough. But the display board looked pretty decorated with push pins and pink strips. “I expect they drive in from Bristol or London,” Keith Halliwell said. He’d long since given up sparing Leaman’s feelings. “If we had some idea where they’d strike next, it would help,” Diamond said. “There are far too many big houses stuffed with valuables.” “Our best hope is a tip-off.” “Always is. But the snouts aren’t helping—which gives point to your theory about Bristol or London.” “The gang now seems to know what they’re looking for.
