Green said, “If youralibis check out, then the time of death on both men might well eliminate you as suspects.” He glanced sideways at his partner before continuing. “How many homicides have you handled, Agent Decker?”
“Hundreds,” said Decker. “In Ohio and with the FBI. I’m technically on vacation, so if you want an extra pair of eyes, I’m available.”
“Decker,” admonished Jamison. “How is it a‘vacation’ if you’re going to work another case?”
“It’s out of the question anyway,” said Lassiter.
Decker kept his gaze on Green. “I was just offering because I understand that these aren’t the only recent murders in town.”
“Who told you that?” said Lassiter sharply.
“Is it true?” asked Decker.
Green glanced at Lassiter and nodded. “Unfortunately,it is true.”