Its recorded time was about ten minutes before my arrival, with the clock comparison and limitations described in the supporting report.

An enlarged view showed a distinctive dark strip across the right rear light of the pale sedan.

It was useful as a comparison feature.

Diane could not tell us why the strip was there.

The plate detail, where legible, and the registration information connected the vehicle with the Bennett household.

Mara’s account provided a separate statement about her use of it.

None of that made Diane an eyewitness to the placement itself.