Valerie glanced nervously toward Samuel, providing all the answer Martha needed.

PART 4

Police units arrived at the cemetery first, followed quickly by county sheriff deputies.

They immediately secured the scene, placed yellow tape around the grave plot, and ordered everyone present to remain for questioning.

Lead Detective Frank Miller arrived on the scene forty minutes later.

He was a seasoned investigator in his late forties with a calm demeanor that kept people focused during chaotic situations.

He listened patiently to Martha’s detailed account without interrupting her once.