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Nancy Drew: Secret of the Scarlet Hand Hints

How do I begin the investigation?

  • 1 of 5: To figure out who stole the artifact and why, remember the three basics: Evidence, Opportunity, and Motive.
  • 2 of 5: Analyze the evidence (the scarlet hand print) from the crime scene and report your findings to Joanna.
  • 3 of 5: Where was everybody else when the robbery took place?
  • 4 of 5: Talk to all of the Suspects.
  • 5 of 5: Calling Bess Marvin and Franklin Rose might give you some clues. Also check Nancy's notes in her computer.