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Report Number: AH-2014-0926
Date Filed: September 26, 2014 — 08:12 hrs
Filed By: Sgt. Daniel Mercer (Badge #1042)
Division: Criminal Investigations (C.I)
Incident Classification: Public Disturbance / Cult Activity
Incident Date & Time: September 25, 2014 | 22:17 hrs
Incident Location: Old Pine Road, Ashwick Harbor
Initial Responding Units: Unit 14, Unit 22
Backup Units: Unit 09 (K9), Unit 31
Evidence Logged: NOLI-0925-A through NOLI-0925-E
On the evening of September 25, 2014, multiple calls were received by dispatch reporting unusual noises in the forested area of Old Pine Road. Witnesses described rhythmic chanting, drumming, and the sight of hooded figures carrying lanterns. Calls were logged from three separate households between 21:55 hrs and 22:10 hrs.
Units 14 and 22 arrived at 22:17 hrs and located a recently extinguished fire pit, surrounded by deep markings in the soil. Several symbols constructed of wood and twine were nailed to trees in a circular formation. The ground bore fresh footprints leading deeper into the wooded area. Based on the condition of the fire and smoke, the scene was vacated no more than 10–15 minutes prior to arrival.
| Name | Alias | Description | Last Known Location | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amber Hale | "The Preacher" | Female, approx. 35 yrs, 5'2", medium build, dark robes | Abandoned farmhouse, North Ashwick | HIGH |
| James Kent | "The Veil" | Female, approx. 30 yrs, 5'7", long dark hair, ritual tattoos | Reported near Old Pine Marsh | MEDIUM |
| Unidentified Male figure | "Witness-3" | Approx. 20–25 yrs, 5'9", slim build, hooded garment | Last seen heading west toward harbor district | LOW |
Reward offered for information leading to the arrest of Jonathan Hale ("The Preacher"), believed to be the leader of the group known as the "Children of Nolithiel".
Please contact Ashwick Harbor Police Tip Line at (555) 010-9111 with any information. Anonymous tips accepted.
"The location had clear signs of organization and ritual intent. Witness statements collectively describe between 6–10 individuals in attendance, all in dark robes with lanterns. K9 Unit tracked scent trails toward the marshland but lost trace near water."
— Sgt. Daniel Mercer