An incident in the home of a town resident confuses police. Someone was attacked, but there are two differing stories. Both men are held overnight, but one takes their life in his cell. This led to an investigation that no one was in any way prepared for.
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Music by:
Kai Engel
"Daemones"
Blooper music by:
Art of Escapism
"Coal Miners"
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