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asked, ignoring Collucci's actions.
"As a Deputy, my primary responsibility was to oversee the Criminal Division. I didn't get many chances to handle the cases in court."
Josh glanced at Fleming. "We spoke to Judge Tucker," Josh continued. "He recalled you telling him about taking over the case. Before the matter went to trial, the defendant was beaten to death in the prison," pausing for a moment. "Part of what we are trying to learn is how a defendant awaiting trial was placed in the general population."
Josh saw the change in Collucci's expression.
"Ah, now that you mention the incident at the prison, I do remember. I didn't recognize the name at first. As I recall, there were witnesses who identified the defendant. I believe the police caught him in the act dumping a body in the Seekonk River."
That's funny, from don't recall to total recall in thirty seconds.
"We've had the chance to review the Providence Police file," Josh said. "The officer never saw Grey at the site where the body went in the river. He found him a short distance away. There's some doubt about the officer arresting the right guy," fudging a bit on what the report said.
Collucci showed no reaction.
"Then there is this," handing Collucci a copy of the lineup report. "Do you recognize the initials?"
Collucci did a cursory look at the document and handed it back. "No, I do not. Why?"
"According to Judge Tucker, someone forged his initials on the lineup report. Were you present during the lineup?"
Collucci folded his arms across his chest. "I would have no way of recalling that. It took place a long time ago."
"Did you see this as a problem? Were you aware of an issue with the lineup?" Josh probed.
Collucci paused before replying. "With the defendant's death, I wouldn't have had any reason to pursue the matter. If the case had moved forward and there were problems, I would have dealt with them. This is a dead end investigation, why continue?" Looking over at Fleming, "Why are you investigating history?"
Josh couldn't resist, “Like you've often said, Senator, ‘Justice for Everyone.' "
Collucci turned back to face Josh, his expression dark.
"Lieutenant, I had my doubts about this little visit of yours from the moment I saw you. I am sure you'd like nothing better than to find a way for a little payback."
Looking at his Chief of Staff, Collucci pointed at the door. "Anthony, would you be so kind. Show our guests here the way out. This discussion is finished."
Josh and Fleming turned to leave.
As he reached the door, Josh turned back to face Collucci. "Senator, this discussion may be over, but our investigation is not. We do so appreciate your cooperation and concern over the death of an innocent black man. I'll be sure to note that in the final report, before we hand it out to the media."
Collucci glared at him. Sorin moved between them, blocking the Senator.
Josh stepped into Sorin's space, forcing him back. "As for you, errand boy, we'll find our own way out. Go stay with your master."
Sorin's expression never changed; he stepped to one side, watching them leave.
As the door closed behind them, Fleming laughed. "Well, at least we know we don't have to come back. He'll never take my call again."
On the other side of the door, Sorin stood at Collucci's desk. "Something our friends need to deal with?"
"Not at the moment," Collucci said. "I’ll take care of any loose ends."
Sorin watched the Senator reach for the phone. I don't think so, Senator. We will do this our way.
Chapter 13
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
9:30AM
East Providence Police Headquarters
East Providence, Rhode Island
Josh received a copy of the Darnell Grey file from the Department of Corrections. He smuggled Chris into the Chief's conference room to help him review the information. Stained, mildew smelling, and incomplete, the documents were less than helpful. As they sorted through them, Josh's cell rang.
"As a Deputy, my primary responsibility was to oversee the Criminal Division. I didn't get many chances to handle the cases in court."
Josh glanced at Fleming. "We spoke to Judge Tucker," Josh continued. "He recalled you telling him about taking over the case. Before the matter went to trial, the defendant was beaten to death in the prison," pausing for a moment. "Part of what we are trying to learn is how a defendant awaiting trial was placed in the general population."
Josh saw the change in Collucci's expression.
"Ah, now that you mention the incident at the prison, I do remember. I didn't recognize the name at first. As I recall, there were witnesses who identified the defendant. I believe the police caught him in the act dumping a body in the Seekonk River."
That's funny, from don't recall to total recall in thirty seconds.
"We've had the chance to review the Providence Police file," Josh said. "The officer never saw Grey at the site where the body went in the river. He found him a short distance away. There's some doubt about the officer arresting the right guy," fudging a bit on what the report said.
Collucci showed no reaction.
"Then there is this," handing Collucci a copy of the lineup report. "Do you recognize the initials?"
Collucci did a cursory look at the document and handed it back. "No, I do not. Why?"
"According to Judge Tucker, someone forged his initials on the lineup report. Were you present during the lineup?"
Collucci folded his arms across his chest. "I would have no way of recalling that. It took place a long time ago."
"Did you see this as a problem? Were you aware of an issue with the lineup?" Josh probed.
Collucci paused before replying. "With the defendant's death, I wouldn't have had any reason to pursue the matter. If the case had moved forward and there were problems, I would have dealt with them. This is a dead end investigation, why continue?" Looking over at Fleming, "Why are you investigating history?"
Josh couldn't resist, “Like you've often said, Senator, ‘Justice for Everyone.' "
Collucci turned back to face Josh, his expression dark.
"Lieutenant, I had my doubts about this little visit of yours from the moment I saw you. I am sure you'd like nothing better than to find a way for a little payback."
Looking at his Chief of Staff, Collucci pointed at the door. "Anthony, would you be so kind. Show our guests here the way out. This discussion is finished."
Josh and Fleming turned to leave.
As he reached the door, Josh turned back to face Collucci. "Senator, this discussion may be over, but our investigation is not. We do so appreciate your cooperation and concern over the death of an innocent black man. I'll be sure to note that in the final report, before we hand it out to the media."
Collucci glared at him. Sorin moved between them, blocking the Senator.
Josh stepped into Sorin's space, forcing him back. "As for you, errand boy, we'll find our own way out. Go stay with your master."
Sorin's expression never changed; he stepped to one side, watching them leave.
As the door closed behind them, Fleming laughed. "Well, at least we know we don't have to come back. He'll never take my call again."
On the other side of the door, Sorin stood at Collucci's desk. "Something our friends need to deal with?"
"Not at the moment," Collucci said. "I’ll take care of any loose ends."
Sorin watched the Senator reach for the phone. I don't think so, Senator. We will do this our way.
Chapter 13
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
9:30AM
East Providence Police Headquarters
East Providence, Rhode Island
Josh received a copy of the Darnell Grey file from the Department of Corrections. He smuggled Chris into the Chief's conference room to help him review the information. Stained, mildew smelling, and incomplete, the documents were less than helpful. As they sorted through them, Josh's cell rang.
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