investigator

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In writing, one investigator instructs others to say “client” to describe “Q country.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

Private investigator Thomas McNally sees no link between the disappearance of Melissa Casias and some 10 other missing or deceased scientists.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026

According to the military investigator, the suspects are alleged to have procured vehicles, including SUVs, for their operation.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

Jiang served as principal investigator, working with colleagues from USF's Genomics, Global Health Infectious Disease Research Center and departments including anthropology, molecular medicine and history.

From Science Daily • Apr. 23, 2026

Another investigator had separately asked Joe, “Were you thick with Annie?”

From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann