Dewey is the KBI (Kansas Bureau of Investigations) investigator that was the leader of the Clutter investigation and was responsible for the majority of western Kansas. He became deeply involved in the case which had consequences on his family life. He felt haunted by the case and was determined to find the answer to the murders at all costs. His motivation becomes the narrative for the readers, compelling them to want to find the conclusion as well.
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"Alvin Dewey: Someday, somebody will explain to me the motive of a newspaper. First, you scream, "Find the bastards." Till we find them, you want to get us fired. When we find them, you accuse us of brutality. Before we go into court, you give them a trial by newspaper. When we finally get a conviction, you want to save them by proving they were crazy in the first place." — Author Unknown |