“The Oak Park police department took the physical assault report at eight o’clock last night,” Frank said.

“The desk sergeant logged the evidence photos and the signed witness affidavit.”

Daniel stared at the photo, his mouth pressing into a thin, pale line.

“That was a private family matter.”

“It was an unlawful entry into a sleeping person’s room, followed by physical battery,” Frank said.

Eleanor reached toward Daniel’s shoulder, but her fingers hung two inches above his wool sleeve without touching it.

“We were trying to bring order back to our home.”