The deliberate destruction of public or private property, such as graffiti or breaking windows. V
VANDALISM
explaining where you were when a crime was committed, to take the blame off of you A
ALIBI
This famous detective duo includes Dr. John Watson, who assists his brilliant friend.
Known as "Scarface," this American gangster dominated Chicago's organized crime scene during Prohibition.
AL CAPONE
This crime involves unlawfully seizing control of a vehicle, aircraft, or ship, often by force. H
HIJACKING
This individual provides testimony under oath about facts pertinent to the case. W
WITNESS
This Belgian detective, known for his “little grey cells,” was created by Agatha Christie.
HERCULE POIROT
This Czech criminal gained notoriety for his prison escapes and was convicted of double murder, maintaining his innocence.
JIŘÍ KÁJÍNEK
This crime involves the illegal trade of goods. S
SMUGGLING
This person presides over the courtroom, ensuring the trial proceeds fairly and according to the law. J
JUDGE
This detective, played by Peter Falk in a TV series, always says, "Just one more thing..."
COLUMBO
An unidentified serial killer in 1888 London, this figure is infamous for the Whitechapel murders.
JACK THE RIPPER
The act of unlawfully seizing and detaining a person, often to demand ransom. K
KIDNAPPING
This person is the accused individual standing trial in a criminal case. D
DEFENDANT
This American detective, created by Raymond Chandler, is a hard-boiled private eye in Los Angeles.
PHILIP MARLOWE
This Colombian drug lord led the Medellín Cartel and was one of the wealthiest criminals in history.
PABLO ESCOBAR
The act of intentionally setting fire to property, often to cause damage or destruction. A
ARSON
This legal official represents the government in bringing charges against an accused individual in a criminal trial. P
PROSECUTOR
This modern-day detective, created by Stieg Larsson, is a hacker who helps solve crimes with journalist Mikael Blomkvist.
LISABETH SALANDER
Before becoming president of his country, he served as a KGB officer and has been accused of various controversial actions.
VLADIMIR PUTIN