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The Benson Murder Case · Character

Inspector O'Brien

A police inspector involved in the investigation.

minor

Also known as Chief Inspector O'Brien, Chief

First appearance: xiv links in the chain

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GSGeorge StittMHMiss HoffmanSNSnitkinBHBen HanlonJMJohn MarkhamIOInspector O'Brien

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  • Other

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  • Core Investigation Team
  • Supporting Cast

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  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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