As Zhao Yu had imagined, Pustina's Tahrir Square was similar to most European squares. There were heroes' statues, monuments, flags, magnificent churches, and many gardens.
The area of the square wasn't small, and it was usually the activity center of the locals. When Zhao Yu and Jessica arrived, they could see that the square was filled with people.
There were men, women, old and young sunbathing, tramps, street performers, and vendors selling snacks.
In the open space of the square, there were also pigeons. A group of children who had yet to go to school were excitedly feeding the pigeons, accompanied by their parents …
"Here it is!" Jessica brought Zhao Yu to the flower bed on the south side of the square and introduced him. "Rinkolov is a painter from Walikana, and is only thirty-one years old.
"We've looked through all of his information, but we didn't find any connection with the other two victims!"
"What does Walikana mean?" Zhao Yu was unfamiliar with these foreign names.
"It's a village near the city of Pustina, about 50 kilometers away. It's the hometown of the famous football player Stovic!" Jessica explained.
"Never heard of him." Zhao Yu shook his head and asked, "Where does this person usually live? What's his background? "
`He lives in a shared flat with his workmates, 'replied Jessica. `There is nothing remarkable about him. He is a very ordinary painter. He has been painting ever since he graduated from high school.
"According to his friends, Rinkolov is an introverted and honest person. He has a gentle personality and has never had any conflicts with others.
"Through our investigation, we really couldn't find anyone who could have enmity with him! So … "Jessica shook her head and said," Why do I feel that you are going to lose the bet?
"But it doesn't matter …" Jessica patted Zhao Yu's shoulder. "There's no problem if you want to see the dancers. If you like it, I'll take you there tonight!
"You can play however you want. Not only will I be busy paying for you, but I will also never reveal your secret!"
"Great! What a bro! " Zhao Yu exclaimed in admiration, but his eyes were observing the crime scene carefully. His mind was already in a state of nervous contemplation.
The flower bed was located in a remote location. Even if there were people patrolling outside, it would be difficult for them to see this place.
Also, why did the murderer change locations when he killed the last two victims? Why not kill all three of them in the same place?
Were they afraid of an ambush by the police?
Then why did they have to choose Tahrir Square? Couldn't they just find a secluded alley?
With all sorts of doubts, he quickly followed Jessica to the flagpole.
Unlike China, the national flag on Liberation Square was only for decoration. There was no flag-raising or flag-lowering ceremony.
Therefore, the flag was not in the center of the square, but to the north.
"You've seen the photos!" "The captain of the military police, Yunishenko, was killed here. His body was lying flat on the ground, and his chest was cut open by a sharp weapon!
"Judging from the scars, the murderer must have practiced," Jessica said. "The cut wasn't too big, and the ribs weren't even broken. Instead, it was like this …" He gestured with his hand. "The ribs were pushed aside, and his hand went straight in!"
"Oh … Is that so?!" Zhao Yu had not seen the autopsy report yet, so he was surprised.
"They took the heart out and then stuffed the wallet in!" Jessica explained. "Although it didn't take long, the scene was quite tragic."
"Just like that …" Zhao Yu gestured with his hands in disbelief. "Just like that? Was that even possible? "
"It definitely wasn't easy!" Jessica said. "They had to use a lot of strength, and they had to be ruthless! Just like this … "
As he spoke, Jessica gestured even more exaggeratedly with his hand.
Oh my God …
Zhao Yu was shocked. If the murderer had used such a method to kill people, then it was obvious that it was a typical act of revenge!
But … What kind of deep hatred would cause someone to take out the other person's heart?
And to put in a different wallet?
Why?
"But, this method of taking out the heart is not unfamiliar in the Balkan Plateau!" Jessica explained. "Many highland herdsmen use this method to slaughter lambs.
"The herdsmen would open the chest cavity of the sheep, put their hand in, and squeeze the sheep's heart. Then, the sheep would die instantly!
They say that this method of taking out the heart is the most humane way to die! But … If it was used on a living person, then … Tsk tsk … "Jessica shook her head and sighed. She then continued," The autopsy report indicated that the three deceased had no other external injuries. So, taking out the heart should be the direct cause of death.
But, because the heart was missing, we can't be sure if the murderer had taken out the heart, or if it was the same way the herdsmen slaughtered the lambs … "
"Then … What about the anesthesia?" Zhao Yu asked. "The murderer must have injected the deceased with anesthesia, right?"
"Fluoride propofol," Jessica said. "The murderer used intravenous injection, which is a common anesthetic method in surgery nowadays!
It's worth noting that, according to the autopsy report, the anesthetic that the murderer injected into the deceased was far higher than the normal dosage, to the point that it could have killed them. "
"Which means …" Zhao Yu nodded and said, "The murderer was very determined, and was prepared to kill!"
"Yes!" Jessica nodded.
"Then …" Zhao Yu pointed at the crime scene and asked, "Tell me more about the captain of the military police!"
"He is from the Public Security Department, 45 years old this year, with a bright future and a happy family!" Jessica said. "I really don't know why the murderer would choose him!"
"Have you checked his history?" Zhao Yu asked. "Is there any shady dealings?"
"No, um …" Jessica said. "There's just a small stain on his record of bribery. After all, the captain of the military police has some real power!
But, this person is very tactful and knows how to behave. Whether it's his superiors, colleagues, or his soldiers, he's always treated them well. So, he shouldn't have such a big grudge!
"I remember," Jessica recalled. "When I was in the intelligence department, I was on duty with him! He's quite easy-going. "
"Mm …" Zhao Yu pondered for a moment, then said to Jessica, "Okay, let's go to the scene where the general was killed!"
"Okay," Jessica said, pointing at the center of the square. "Right there, under the Hero Monument!"
"I don't mean to say …" Zhao Yu said as he walked. "You guys are really brave! Two people have already died in Liberation Square, and they died in such a special way. Why didn't you guys pay attention to it? "
"At that time, after the second case, the square was indeed under martial law for a period of time, and patrols were strengthened, but …" Jessica admitted. "After a long time, we slacked off.
Plus, Liberation Square is too big, and it's very energy-consuming to patrol! "
"You guys are really good!" Zhao Yu shook his head. "If the general was the first person to die, I'm afraid the effect would be different. Even if there were some cameras installed, it would be of some use … "
"This …" Jessica admitted awkwardly. "Okay, it's true that we were negligent. The authorities didn't pay enough attention to it, so the murderer had a chance to take advantage of it!
"But," Jessica added, "The plaza isn't completely devoid of surveillance cameras. We've searched through the recordings and found nothing!"
"No," Zhao Yu said, shaking his head. "Maybe the murderer disguised himself. Can we get these videos? I have to see it with my own eyes … "
"Okay, no problem!"
While they were talking, the two of them walked to the monument. Zhao Yu looked at the scene, then asked again, "Jessica, are you sure that the general, the captain of the military police, and the painter didn't know each other?"
"Yes, absolutely!" Jessica said, as if she was swearing. "They never had any contact with each other …"
"Tsk tsk … Apart from gender, age, identity, job, appearance, everything is different …" Zhao Yu frowned, then said excitedly, "This case is really interesting!"
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