“Is this a pinch?” Drake demanded.

“You’re damn right it’s a pinch,” Bodfish told him.

“On what grounds, may I ask?” Mason inquired.

“On suspicion of murder.”

Mason raised his eyebrows.

“Accessory after the fact, I believe,” Inspector Bodfish announced.

“Kidnaping,” Borge added.

“That all?” Mason asked.

“That’s all so far. Perhaps we can add resisting an officer by the time we have you booked.”

“Got a warrant?” Mason inquired, lighting a cigarette.