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Benjamin Browne

Man who provides an alibi for a suspect.

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Also known as Mr. Benjamin Browne, Browne, Ben

First appearance: xvii checking an alibi

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CDCaptain DuboisPVPhilo VanceJFJohn F.-X. Mar…EHErnest HeathMOMargaret OdellBBBenjamin Browne

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  • Primary investigation team
  • Protagonist

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