Senior police officer managing local incidents.
District Attorney William Pierce represents the prosecutorial authority handling the case against Thelma Jordon. The district attorney arrests Thelma as the prime suspect, but Cleve Marshall takes control of the prosecution and mishandles it from within, allowing the defense to establish reasonable doubt and secure her acquittal.
A friendly Viking who rescues Jack and Peter after they are thrown overboard. He accompanies Jack on the quest to rescue Elaine and is temporarily transformed into a dog by Pendragon before being restored to his human form at the story's conclusion.
Lew is the sheriff and a member of the powerful Agry clan. He keeps Tom's money and pressures him to leave town, then secretly arranges for his men to kill Tom. Lew also schemes to take the ransom money for himself, and he and Simon shoot each other during the final standoff.
The crooked sheriff of Cottonwood, Elder lies to Frame and his brothers, claiming he tried to protect Johnny after Johnny is found hanged. He calls Frame a coward for refusing to become marshal. After Jimmy returns with Frame, Elder flees to California with Jed rather than face the prospect of a trial.
Lieutenant Ditrich is a corrupt police lieutenant on Cobby's payroll. Fearing scrutiny from Police Commissioner Hardy, he tries unsuccessfully to protect himself and the operation by beating Cobby into confessing, but his involvement cannot prevent the investigation from advancing.
Wealthy ranch owner controlling the land near Bishop's Valley. Holds a grudge against Bannon for his son's execution. Initially hostile but later allies with Bannon against rustlers. Kills Zarata during the ranch attack but is mortally wounded by Harper.
An attorney who previously secured Salvatore Rocco's release and later offers Frank a settlement in exchange for dropping the criminal charges. He warns Frank that his clients are violent and threatens him by asking about Judith.
Vince Walters is a gangster who hires Mal Granger to expand a legitimate business used as a front for illegal bookmaking. Impressed by Mal's success, he agrees to make him a twenty-percent partner, but a bookmaker later kills Walters before Mal assumes control of the operation.
Tom Healy is a boxing promoter and Dominic Guido's partner in handling George Wilson's fights. He believes George's manager has disappeared with the advance payment and later insists that George throw a bout. Al Muntz warns George about their criminal connections, while George ultimately causes Healy and Guido to turn against one another.
Big Ralph is a bookie to whom Barney Ross owes thousands after losing a fight. To pay off the debt, Barney is forced to work in Ralph's bar, making Ralph a source of pressure during Barney's early struggle with gambling.
Tucker is a homicide detective who questions Johnny McBride after Johnny returns while investigating the bank theft and the killing. His role connects Johnny's search for identity with the official inquiry into the crime and the weapon assigned to him.
Barry Kelley has 70 screen credits in a career dating back to 1949. Their work spans 5 cinematic universes — most prominently Herbie with 1 titles. Signature works include Buchanan Rides Alone, Secret of Deep Harbor, Gunfire at Indian Gap. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 5 universes
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