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The Hardy Boys: The Hidden Theft Hints

How can I find out the thief's shoe size?

1 of 9: To do this, you'll first need to find the thief's shoes.
2 of 9:
Have you found the hideout yet?
- Did the thief leave any clues behind anywhere at the mansion?
3 of 9:
And, did you find the boots inside that room?
- How can I open the vent inside the thief's "hideout"?
4 of 9: The boots now need to be linked to the crime. You can do this by finding some evidence that these boots were worn somewhere in the mansion grounds recently.
5 of 9: There are some footprints that prove it.
6 of 9:
They are outside the utility shed.
- How about the muddy footprints near the utility shed? Are they important?
7 of 9:
Once you have the mud from the footprints, take it and show it to your science advisor.
- Who can I rely on for some scientific analysis of my evidence?
8 of 9: She will reveal that the mud was definitely related, and you will receive the "Shoe Size Evidence" item in your inventory.
9 of 9: Take it and give it to Con Riley at the crime lab.

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