Noon.
More police cars began to return, and the previously cleared case handling center busied once again.
Most of the people brought back barely qualified as suspects; they were still considered civilians, so they were taken to inquiry rooms rather than interrogation rooms.
Compared to interrogation rooms, inquiry rooms are much cozier, generally equipped with a sofa to sit on, water to drink, and even the rare sight of an interrogating officer's smile. Here, no handcuffs are placed on the wrists, nor is there a safety belt-like chain around one's chest. In short, the basic dignity of a person is still maintained.
Most people entering the inquiry room would just share stories from the past and complete a written record, and that would be it. Those with unresolved questions would continue recording statements, repeatedly asked, and gradually it would lean closer to an interrogation.
Bringing people to the police station for inquiry is for the seriousness of the process.
