on the fact that most criminals are really, really stupid...if not in general, than at least while they are committing the crime and in the aftermath.

Former coworker had a spouse that worked in the Roanoke City CA's office. She always had awesome dumb crook stories at company events. I remember her also saying the conviction rate in Roanoke City would very likely drop in half if suspects under arrest would

just

shut

up

It is fascinating how many think they can talk their way out of their situation when they are really being goaded into confessing.