“Based on what we’ve received, the contamination was not consistent with ordinary use,” she replied.

Brian stared at the table.

“He told her to put it on.”

“I understand,” Ruiz said.

“We’re considering that statement along with the physical evidence, video, witness accounts, and the interview process.

We want a case that stands on evidence, not assumptions.”

Then she gave us another piece of information.

The officers had found the empty packaging for a matching cosmetic jar in Harold’s shed, along with discarded protective wrapping and a receipt.