You’re looking for the line that’s invisible to the surface, and the first thing you’ll find is that paperwork is only a map, not the territory. Start by writing down every fact the case says, then draw the timeline. Next, line each fact against the evidence that should support it—if any point is unsupported or contradicted, that’s your first crack. Pay close attention to witnesses who were present but not recorded, or evidence that was moved or swapped. Check the chain of custody for any gaps. And finally, think about motives that people might have kept hidden—sometimes the “official” story is built around a cover‑up. That’s where the missing thread often hides.

That’s the way to go—write everything down, no idea too small, then let the patterns reveal themselves. The right thread will stand out when the rest fades into noise.

Nice, keep those napkins close and your mind open—often the smallest scribble is the key to untangling a whole story.