Evidence #002
The Paintbrush
Status:Active Evidence
Evidence Type:Physical/Trace Evidence
Location Found:Bushes approximatley 4 meters east of the statue.
Date Found:4 September 2025
Time Found:8:03 AM
Description
A small flat-ended paintbrush was discovered partially concealed beneath a bush near the eastern side of the courtyard. Blue paint residue was viible on the bristles.
Initial Observations
The brush appears to have been used recently
A partial fingerprint was recovered from the wooden handle.
Connection to the Case
The blue paint on the brush is visually consistent with the paint found on the statue.
The brush may have been discarded by the person responsible for the vandalism.
Investigation Significance
VERY HIGH
The partial fingerprint may potentially identify whoever handled the brush. The brush also provides evidence that the vandal was physically present in the courtyard.
Investigator's Note
Why leave the brush behind? Either the suspect panicked or they wanted us to find it. Fingerprint analysis should be prioritised.