kingnovel Chapter 900: Crime Scene Identification, Case Successfully Solved
Chapter 900: Crime Scene Identification, Case Successfully Solved
With Li Song's confession, the truth of this perplexing case was finally revealed.
Night fell over Dongchuan City, but the Criminal Investigation Division remained brightly lit. Li Ming sat at his desk, gripping the phone tightly, his voice a mixture of exhaustion and excitement: "Chief Qin, this is Li Ming. Li Song has confessed to the crime; the case is solved!" On the other end of the line, Qin Chuan's voice was filled with relief: "That's great, Mingzi. Tell me in detail, how did he confess?"
Li Ming took a deep breath and began his report: "Li Song confessed that on the night of the incident, after having relations with Lin Yueyue, he was overcome by greed. He took advantage of Lin Yueyue's inattention and strangled her to death with a rope he had prepared beforehand. Afterwards, he ransacked the house, taking cash and jewelry. To cover up his crime, he cleaned up the scene, leaving no fingerprints or footprints."
Qin Chuan pressed further, "What happened to the body?" Li Ming continued, "Li Song said he used his truck to transport Lin Yueyue's body to an abandoned mine. Because he was familiar with the area and knew that the mine was usually deserted, he dumped the body there."
After a moment's thought, Qin Chuan said, "Very good. Tomorrow morning, escort Li Song to the crime scene for identification. Make sure to reconstruct the entire crime process. Be careful and avoid any mistakes." Li Ming firmly replied, "Understood, Director Qin. We will definitely complete the mission successfully."
After hanging up the phone, Li Ming rubbed his sore eyes and got up to arrange the details of the crime scene identification the next day. He knew that the crime scene identification was crucial to the final determination of the case, and no detail could be overlooked.
The next morning, the sun was weak and the chill lingered. Li Song, handcuffed, was escorted into a police car by officers. Throughout the journey, he was pale and listless, all his previous resistance gone. The convoy slowly drove towards Lin Yueyue's rented apartment, the sirens shattering the morning tranquility.
Upon arriving at the rented apartment, Li Song was slowly escorted inside by police officers. The apartment remained exactly as it had been after the crime, filled with a suffocating atmosphere. Li Ming stood to the side, his eyes fixed on Li Song: "Li Song, now begin, reconstruct your crime from that night in detail."
Li Song swallowed hard, his voice hoarse: "After Lin Yueyue and I... we finished, and she went to wash up. I saw her wallet on the table, which had a lot of cash in it. Remembering how she had flaunted her jewelry before, I got greedy. I took a rope out of my pocket, and when she came out of the bathroom, I strangled her from behind..." As Li Song spoke, he gestured the strangulation motion, his face showing pain, as if he were back in that sinful night.
"And then?" Li Ming pressed. Li Song continued, "She struggled desperately, but I was blinded by money and didn't let go. After she stopped moving, I ransacked the house, found the jewelry, and put it in a bag. I wiped the places in the house where I might have left my fingerprints with a towel, and then carried her body downstairs to the truck."
After identifying the rental house, the convoy drove towards the abandoned mine. Li Song remained silent the entire way, staring blankly out the window. Upon arriving at the mine, Li Song got out of the car, gazing at the desolate landscape, his body trembling slightly.
“Here, I dragged her body off the car and threw it into the mine. I figured no one would come here and the body wouldn’t be discovered,” Li Song said, his voice trembling as he pointed to the bottom of the mine.
Li Ming and his officers meticulously recorded every word and action of Li Song. The on-site investigators conducted another thorough examination of the rental house and the mine, leaving no stone unturned in their search for any new clues that might arise from Li Song's identification.
After the crime scene identification was completed, Li Song was taken back to the Criminal Investigation Detachment. Li Ming watched Li Song's retreating figure, his heart filled with mixed emotions. The investigation of this case had been fraught with twists and turns, and now that the truth was revealed, it was a truly poignant experience. Back at the Criminal Investigation Detachment, Li Ming again gave Qin Chuan a detailed report on the crime scene identification.
"Director Qin, the crime scene identification went smoothly. Li Song completely reconstructed the crime and body disposal process. The on-site investigators are also conducting further screening to see if there are any new discoveries," Li Ming said. Qin Chuan nodded: "Well done, Mingzi. Next, organize all the evidence and prepare to prosecute Li Song. This case has attracted a lot of public attention, so we must ensure that everything goes smoothly."
Next, the members of the Criminal Investigation Detachment devoted themselves wholeheartedly to the work of evidence sorting and case prosecution preparation. Every piece of evidence and every statement was repeatedly checked.
That same afternoon, the Criminal Investigation Division received zero reports of the crime.
Inside Qin Chuan's office, the atmosphere was solemn and tense. Li Ming was methodically reporting to Qin Chuan on the closing stages of the Lin Yueyue case investigation. Qin Chuan listened attentively, occasionally asking a few key questions, his eyes revealing his meticulousness and dedication to the case. Just as Li Ming was about to finish his report, a sudden, urgent phone call broke their conversation.
Li Ming saw that it was a call from the crystallization center and turned on speakerphone.
The emergency call center staff member's voice was urgent: "Chief Li, we just received a report of a serious fire in Wangjia Village. Six bodies have been found at the scene, and the preliminary assessment is that it's a homicide!" This news was like a bombshell, instantly freezing the air in the conference room. Qin Chuan and Li Ming exchanged a glance, both their eyes flashing with a hint of solemnity and determination.
"Li Ming, lead a team to the scene immediately. I'll be there shortly. Make sure to protect the scene and begin a preliminary investigation." Qin Chuan quickly issued the order. Li Ming didn't hesitate, stood up and saluted: "Yes, Director Qin!" He turned and led a group of officers, rushing towards Wangjia Village like lightning.
Police cars sped along, flashing lights and sirens blaring. Upon arriving at Wangjia Village, the scene was a complete mess. Although the raging fire had been extinguished, the pungent smell of burning still lingered in the air, making one feel nauseous. Several houses had been reduced to ruins, black ash drifting in the breeze, seemingly telling the story of the devastation.
Li Ming jumped out of the car and quickly organized the police officers to set up a cordon, keeping the onlookers outside. He put on gloves and a mask and stepped into the fire scene. The ground under his feet was full of ash and debris, and every step he took raised a cloud of dust. The scene was horrific; six charred bodies lay scattered in the ruins, their faces and identities unrecognizable.
"Attention everyone! Carefully examine the scene, don't overlook any clues. First, identify the deceased, then investigate the cause of the fire," Li Ming shouted loudly. The officers quickly dispersed and began working. Some crouched down to carefully examine the bodies; some searched through the rubble, trying to find clues that caused the fire; others interviewed nearby residents, asking about the events surrounding the incident.