Judith answers “What was Chase's motive in framing Ruby...”

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What was Chase's motive in framing Ruby for the Truetts' deaths? Was he just convinced she did it and wanted to make sure she was convicted? I needed a stronger reason from him.

Judith Chase didn't frame Ruby...he was just bein' a cop, following the evidence, concluding that Ruby was guilty, & advising the neighbors on how to keep th…moreChase didn't frame Ruby...he was just bein' a cop, following the evidence, concluding that Ruby was guilty, & advising the neighbors on how to keep their statements simple, avoiding rumors & innuendo. It seemed that his involvement led them to withhold evidence, but the tainted investigation was a red-herring--they were actually protecting their own secrets at Ruby's expense, unbeknownst to Chase.(less)

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