The little details can change everything

I’ve been deep into a case and noticed how much seemingly small details can throw the entire investigation off course. For instance, a witness misremembering a color or a timestamp could mean the difference between leading in the right direction or wasting time. Has anyone else stumbled upon these quirks that others might overlook?

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Totally agree! Even a slight misremembering can skew a case. I once had a witness mix up a car color, and it flipped everything around. Have you tried using timelines to keep track of these details?

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