"At least it doesn't seem like a prank call this time," one of the policemen said, his voice weary. "We have to grab this opportunity to find the mentally unstable Mrs. McCully, before her husband starts his usual tirades and threats."

Another policeman nodded in agreement, adding, "The man has connections and power, and we, the police, can't afford to be on his bad side. Not unless we want to be out of a job."

They finally arrived at the location they were given. They walked ...