Chapter 19 - The Aftermath
The next three days were a blur of debriefings, federal statements, and paperwork.
The drone footage and Arthur's confession had broken the case wide open.
Over forty corrupt officers were arrested, effectively dismantling Briggs's massive syndicate.
Arthur Sterling was facing twenty years in federal prison for racketeering and money laundering.
The FBI cleared Marcus of all charges, officially citing his actions as heroic.
They offered him a position on a federal task force, but Marcus respectfully declined.
He had seen enough darkness in the badge to last him several lifetimes.
He walked out of the federal building on a bright, crisp Friday morning.
The Chicago snow was finally beginning to melt, revealing the pavement beneath.
Sarah Jenkins was waiting for him by his car, smiling warmly.
May you like
She handed him the keys and gave him a long, silent hug.
"Go see your boy, Detective," she whispered softly.
