Chapter: 502
"It's okay," Sabrina replied with a smile.
Although Sabrina didn't recognize the female employee, she distinctly remembered her voice.
It was Leah, a dedicated supporter of Tyrone and Galilea's relationship.
Sabrina found herself at a loss for words.
Everything changed overnight.
By nine in the morning, a detailed police report on the fire incident was made public. The evidence pointed to the negligence of the deceased employee, who was reportedly drunk on duty.
However, this explanation was met with widespread skepticism and calls for the surveillance footage to be released
Many suspected that the incident had been fabricated to cover up the true cause of the fire.
Many had their doubts, believing there might be more to the incident than met the eye.
A few even questioned whether the deceased worker should have been on duty at that time, and whether he was compelled to work overtime.
Certain individuals harbored suspicions about the credibility of the survivors' statements, suggesting they could have been influenced by monetary incentives to shape a particular narrative.
Furthermore, some individuals questioned the adequacy of the building's fire-fighting facilities, expressing concerns about potential concealed safety risks.
The Internet was abuzz with a lot of speculations.
Only a handful of individuals placed their trust in the police's official statement.
Before long, an interview video surfaced on the Internet and quickly gained widespread attention.
The video revolved around Julius Duncan, the son of the deceased janitor. A young man in his twenties, he appeared in plain clothes, his eyes red with emotion.
Throughout the interview, he repeatedly wiped tears from the corners of his eyes while facing the camera.
"My father was always dedicated to his job, refusing to touch a single drop of alcohol when working. He funded my education through sheer toil, and even before I could compensate his efforts, he was no Longer with us. I refuse to accept anyone branding him as negligent, especially in his absence. I don't seek financial recompense. I demand justice! I'll press legal charges and hope for your backing!"
Such an outcry won unanimous sympathy, with Blakely Group earning a widespread scorn.
The topic of drinking during work hours was a sensitive one.