Chapter 590 Killing someone is even more heartbreaking
For some well-known reasons, including but not limited to the dispute between federal and local governments, the judicial system in this country is extremely complex and confusing, and conflicts between federal and state laws abound.
Yesterday, federal law overturned state law. Today, state law may overturn federal law due to public protests. Although in theory, when the two conflict, federal law should prevail, but in many cases, it is exactly the same. on the contrary.
This is even reflected in the naming of courts in New York State. For example, the hexagonal granite-faced building where Jack is now located is called the New York State Supreme Court. However, it is actually only a court of first instance, not a higher-level court. Sue in court.
This classical-revival architectural style courthouse looks like a temple, with 10 Corinthian-style marble columns on the front and three stone statues at the top, representing law, truth and equality respectively.
There is also a line of words engraved on the lintel, to the effect of "Strict administration of justice is the most solid pillar of a good government." However, what really interests Jack is a statue standing in the square opposite the court.
In that Greek mythology, which has been interpreted in countless works of art, the demigod Perseus chopped off the head of Medusa. This classic scene has been reproduced in many sculptures, paintings and even movies.
The most famous one is naturally the bronze statue "Perseus and Medusa" created by the Italian sculptor during the Renaissance. Perseus holds a knife in his right hand and holds up the head of Medusa in his left hand.
The sculpture Jack saw at the moment was just the opposite. Standing was a naked Medusa, and what she was holding was the head of Perseus.
This statue seems to commemorate the guilty verdict passed by a New York court not long ago against a notorious Hollywood gold medal producer, because in the Roman interpretation, Medusa and Minerva, who was defiled by Zeus, became the same person. Then he was turned into a monster by Athena.
So Medusa, the harmful succubus, became a tragic figure who was bullied, while Athena, who was supposed to be the representative of female will and spirit, became an accomplice of N-rights in the eyes of some people.
After admiring it with an artistic eye, Jack came to his opinion that it was too realistic and drooped a bit seriously.
A police armored vehicle belonging to ESU stopped at the entrance of the court. Danny Regan, who was rarely dressed in formal attire, made a shining appearance. After being affectionate with his wife Linda for a long time, he reluctantly got out of the car.
Tsk, they are already an old married couple and still so tired. Jack, who was also wearing a high-end suit, was forcefully stuffed with a mouthful of food. "That's it, okay, you don't want to miss the most dramatic moment, right?"
Seeing that these two people could still survive the disaster, Jack waited for a while, and then quickly walked into the court with Danny.
In a courtroom on the third floor, the grand jury, composed of ordinary citizens and convened with great efficiency, was sitting at attention. At this time, the minute hand of the wall clock had slowly moved past the 6 o'clock direction.
Drug criminal special prosecutor Lyle Greene, who had been pacing back and forth between the dock and the jury, looked at the wall clock again, with an imperceptible smile on his face, and then straightened his face with a regretful expression. , facing the jury.
"I'm very sorry, everyone, it seems our witness has missed his appointment."
Then he turned to look at Raimundo Salazar and his lawyer in the dock, "Mr. Salazar, since the prosecution cannot provide evidence that links you to the murder of David Talley, we There is no choice but to be released in court.”
"Sorry, I'm late." Suddenly the court door was pushed open violently, and Danny, who was running and sweating, seemed to be sent in by a strong force. He staggered and almost fell to the floor.
He barely stood still, straightened up under the surprised eyes of everyone, straightened his clothes, and then said solemnly, "I am Detective Reagan, a witness in the murder case of David Terry."
Behind him, Jack paced in unhurriedly, showing a malicious smile at the stunned Lyle Greene and Raimundo Salazar, whose face instantly darkened in the dock.
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More than two hours later, in the chief's office on the top floor of the New York Police Department, the same three people were still there, Chief Frank Regan, Lyle Greene and Jack.
"Congratulations, Lyle, for finally sending the villain Raymundo Salazar to prison with your own hands." Frank asked the other party to sit down on the sofa, but he stood opposite him, seemingly casually leaning on the desk. Jack crossed his arms and stood at the door.
I have to say that Lyle Greene's acting skills are quite good, and the smile on his face is very natural. He nodded in agreement, "This prosecution is a great victory for the New York Police Department and the District Attorney's Office."
He then showed a confused expression, "Although I am very happy to see Danny Regan attend the hearing as a witness as he once promised, will this really cause any trouble? After all, Mr. Director The important family members I mentioned before."
Seeing how he was hesitating and considering his words, Jack honestly admired him, but he couldn't let anyone get the slightest clue about his words.
Frank answered his question straightforwardly, "With the cooperation of the FBI, we captured Salazar's deputy Lupino and learned from him the address where my son's wife, Linda, was imprisoned. Then we successfully rescued her.”
"Ah, those crazy guys actually kidnapped your daughter-in-law. This is really true." Lyle Greene looked surprised as if he had just learned about it.
"Aren't you curious how we caught Lupino? Don't you want to know what else he told us?" Looking at the restless little fox in front of him, the condescending old fox finally showed his fangs, but his tone was as if They were chatting about trivial matters that were not important.
"We will prosecute you, Lyle. When we go to court, we will provide a key witness. Lupino is willing to testify against you and his boss. In addition, we have a lot of evidence, including you and Lupino's. Call Recording."
"This is a damn slander. I have to leave here now." Lyle Greene, who finally realized something was wrong, immediately got up from the sofa, only to see Jack, who had been standing at the door, opening the office door first.
Danny and his sister Erin, who is an assistant prosecutor, filed in with two NYPD officers and showed an arrest warrant in front of him.
"Lyle Greene, you have been arrested on charges of bribery and abuse of power." Danny waved his hand with style and asked the two police officers behind him to step forward and handcuff him.
Frank hugged his little daughter with a doting look on his face, "Would you like to read a declaration for him? My dear."
"Of course." Erin nodded and stood in front of Lyle Greene, whose hands were tied behind his back.
"You have the right to remain silent, everything you say will be used as evidence in court, and you have the right to an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, you will be assigned an attorney before the inquiry begins."
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"Thank you Jack, thank you for everything you have done for our family." Looking at the dejected prosecutor being escorted out, Danny excitedly turned around and hugged Jack.
"Okay, okay, you'd better leave this loving hug to Linda. She's not frightened, right?" Jack struggled to pull his arm away from his body.
"Of course not. She is also a strong Regan. Her first words when she saw me were, I know you will find me." Danny's face was filled with a happy smile.
"Son, what do you think about the family dinner being held at your home in Staten Island this week?"
Frank patted his eldest son hard on the shoulder, making the latter almost overjoyed, "Of course it's no problem, Linda will be happy to death."
After speaking, the Director turned towards Jack again, with a somewhat incomprehensible look in his eyes, "You come too, Jack."
The picture of the statue was rejected by review, and there was nothing I could do.