“Of course he’s right,” said Frank. “It couldn’t be anyone else. The point is this⁠—where did the holdup man go? Did he leave in the car? Did anyone follow him?”

“He left in the car all right,” said Harrity. “But nobody followed him. I telephoned for the police.”

“Did you notice the color of this man’s hair?” asked Frank suddenly.

“What’s that got to do with it?” asked Detective Smuff.

“Never mind. It may have a great deal to do with it. Did you notice the color of his hair?” repeated Frank, turning to Harrity.

“It was short,” said Harrity firmly. “Short and dark.”

Frank and Joe looked blankly at one another.

“Are you sure?” asked Joe.