The Murder of Roger Ackroyd · Character
Colonel Melrose
The chief constable of the county, who assists in the murder investigation.
minor
Also known as Melrose
First appearance: Inspector Raglan Is Confident
Colonel Melrose shows up with force in Inspector Raglan Is Confident. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Participates in the investigation, questioning the motive for the telephone call.
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- Fernly Park suspects
- Protagonist
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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