Blackwater Val
“From the roadway. Dead fish, floating in the river. We’re wondering what caused it. Any ideas?”
The uniformed chief peered over the side, taking in the spectacle. “Not a clue. But you people need to clear off here. Now. It’s unsafe.”
“Sure thing,” said Richard, collecting his daughter. “Let’s go, guys.”
Truitt straightened, his clothes stuck to him. He followed Rich and Katie around the orange BRIDGE CLOSED sign, but then slowed his gait, lagging.
“Ollie Echols used to live next door to you, didn’t he, Chief?” Tommy said, and Richard’s heart sank straightaway into his bowels.
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