Editor of the town newspaper and WWII veteran who lost an arm fighting the Japanese. He struggles with his enduring childhood love for Hatsue and his conscience regarding Kabuo's innocence. His investigation of maritime records reveals Carl Heine was killed by a freighter's wake, and he bravely presents this evidence to clear Kabuo.
Present-day investigation into the historical property owner's past decisions.
Adversarial dynamic as the investigator's findings challenge the prosecutor's strategy.
Collaborative partnership where the investigator provides critical evidence to the defense attorney.
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