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investigation

[in-ves-ti-gey-shuhn] / ɪnˌvɛs tɪˈgeɪ ʃən /


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Authorities will not be able to begin their investigation into the cause of the fire until it is completely extinguished, Heefner said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

The Covina Police Department said the incident remained under investigation.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

The Park Police said grass samples have been collected for testing to determine what caused the discoloration of the lawn on the National Mall and the investigation is ongoing.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Counter-terror officers are leading the investigation but it has not been declared as a terrorist incident at this time, Greater Manchester Police said.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Weichmann told the detectives John Surratt was not at home, but in Canada, and offered to help them with their investigation.

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson




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