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Smiler Hawkins Caught by Fingerprint Clue in Mayfair Burglaries
Scotland Yard pursued Smiler Hawkins in a string of Mayfair safebreaks where entry came via waste pipes and doors, but no solid evidence existed. A breakthrough came when Lady Murchison’s safe was found open with fingerprints matching Smiler, prompting interrogation and a tense exchange over the incriminating print.
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Scotland Yard
Smiler Hawkins
Mount Street
Stanhope Gate
Inspector Williamson
Williamson
Smiler
Fletcher
Sir Ian Murchison
Grosvenor Gardens
Ian
Murchison
Scotland
Lady Murch’son
Taylor
Siler
Tan Murchison
Tally Murchison
Grosvenor Garden
Arete Smiler