[Physicist]

The term I would use isn't murder, but assassination. The CHIEF was assassinated.

Before I wade in knocking heads, as I intend to do, I need to be better informed.

What is the status of the investigation? It is considered a closed case?

What specifically are we asking for? That the case be reopened, or that the investigators devote more manpower to a case that is open, but inactive?

Are there obvious point men who are standing in the way of the case moving forward? Or is it simply a matter of the police running out of leads, throwing up their hands and declaring themselves stumped?

[Amelia]

Good questions in #33.

[COB1]

Sorry it's taken me so long to reply.

According to the Chief of Arson Investigators, this case is still open and under investigation.
It's inconceivable to me that if it's a simple case of accidental death that the case would still be under investigation.
It appears that there are some power plays involved that we know nothing about.
I know there is intense rivalry between the HPD and the Arson Division, but I don't know if this is a contributing factor.
The HPD does not get involved in cases handled by the Arson Division unless they are specifically asked to do so.
Since both departments are in competition for the same funds, that automatically makes them rivals.
In other words, a piss poor way to run any investigation!

[COB1]

What I would like to see everyone ask for is that this case be solved - plain and simple!
I'm no longer satisfied to accept the excuse that the "investigation is still in progress".
That's a cop-out!

If it means putting more manpower toward solving it, then do it!
If there are some power people who don't want this thing solved, then I want to know who they are!
If this involves police corruption or incompetence, then let's air it out!
We are being sandbagged, and it's time for that to stop!