Crimes and Criminals
There was a _________ at the jewelry store last night, and several valuable items were stolen.
theft
The police made an __________ after gathering evidence linking the suspect to the crime scene.
arrest
Despite their efforts, the police couldn't __________ any information about the missing person's whereabouts.
find out
draw
drew
While Sarah __________ (read) a book, her phone __________ (ring).
was reading - PC
rang - PS
The police are investigating a presumed _________ for a painting that is missing from the art gallery downtown.
burglar
Despite the __________ made against him, the defendant maintained his innocence throughout the trial.
accusation
The suspect unexpectedly __________ at the scene of the crime, raising suspicions among the investigators.
turned up
catch
caught
While Tom __________ (watch) TV, his brother __________ (play) video games.
was watching - PC
was playing - PC
Despite the increase in security, a __________ managed to gain access to the bank's computer system and stole sensitive information.
hacker
The detectives continued to __________ the witnesses in hopes of uncovering new leads in the investigation.
question
After days of searching, they finally __________ the key piece of evidence needed to solve the mystery.
came across
draw
The family __________ (gather) around the fireplace for warmth as the storm __________ (rage) outside.
gathered - PS
was raging - PC
Authorities are concerned about the recent rise in __________ in the neighborhood and are urging residents not leave their children out of sight.
kidnappings
The prosecutor struggled to __________ the defendant's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
prove
The forensic team is trying to __________ how the crime was committed based on the evidence collected at the scene.
work out
fall
fell
While the students __________ (study) for their exams, the power suddenly __________ (go) out.
were studying - PC
went - PS
The news of the businessman's __________ sent shockwaves through the community, as everyone wondered who could have committed such a heinous act.
murder
After a thorough investigation, the authorities decided to __________ the suspect with multiple counts of fraud.
charge
Despite the challenges, the detectives managed to __________ a plan to apprehend the elusive criminal.
come up with
forget
forgot
Sam ________ (break) the window and then he _______ (run) away.
broke - PS
ran - PS