A clock is missing from a house, and the owner claims it was stolen. A detective finds clues everywhere. What should he look for?
Category: Mystery · Difficulty: easy
Hint: Time can reveal many secrets.
Answer
The time of the theft
Explanation
Knowing when the clock went missing can lead to identifying suspects.
This is an easy mystery riddle — a good one for children and beginners. The answer is The time of the theft.
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