Once seated, he explained carefully, “We received a report about a serious accident involving your wife. The car was registered in her name, and her belongings were found at the scene. However, it appears someone went to great lengths to create a diversion here.”

“A diversion?” I echoed, trying to wrap my head around the events.

“Yes,” he confirmed. “It’s possible someone intended to keep you occupied, or to mislead us, while they staged an accident elsewhere. We need to verify her whereabouts and ensure her safety.”