They had released the scene yesterday and were following up today. The state police had resources that a small police force just never would, including the crime investigation unit that included the two detectives now interviewing him. Thankfully, when Dryer had been notified of the investigation he’d admitted to having been there and Dryer’s testimony should corroborate his version. Gabe’s phone vibrated. He checked the caller ID and saw Dryer’s name. He excused himself and picked up. “I’m with the detectives now,” he said by way of a greeting. “Yeah, I know. Also spoke to Escalanti’s man. So far he hasn’t heard. Who’s there?” Gabe told him the names of the two officers. “Anyone else?” “No. Just three of us in my office.” “Close the door and put me on speaker.” Gabe did.
