William didn't know how the small container ended up in his pocket. His mind raced for a solution, but he found none.
He panicked and said frantically, "That's not mine! I didn't carry this container. Officer, believe me, I've never used any drugs. Someone might've intentionally planted it to harm me. Why would I take such a risk? Officer, please believe me!"
The seated officer said, "Heroin. Do you understand? This is a serious crime in our state of Virginia."
William's mouth went dry. His thoughts went blank, and he collapsed onto the floor, unconscious.
The officer looked at the others and said, "Interrogate the two who came with him."
"Yes, sir." Two officers exited and brought Jennifer and Jeanne into two separate rooms.
After almost half an hour of questioning, and after thoroughly checking their luggage, the officers released Jeanne and Jennifer. However, they were instructed to report to the local police station once they had rented a residence.
