The man walked
into the trap and was captured last night after a struggle in
which Constable Downing was badly bitten by the savage. We
understand that when the prison is brought before the magistrates
a remand will be applied for by the police, and that great
developments are hoped from his capture."
"Really we must see Baynes at once," cried Holmes, picking up his
hat. "We will just catch him before he starts." We hurried down
the village street and found, as we had expected, that the
inspector was just leaving his lodgings.
"You've seen the paper, Mr. Holmes?" he asked, holding one out to
us.
"Yes, Baynes, I've seen it. Pray don't think it a liberty if I
give you a word of friendly warning."
"Of warning, Mr. Holmes?"
"I have looked into this case with some care, and I am not
convinced that you are on the right lines. I don't want you to
commit yourself too far unless you are sure."
"You're very kind, Mr. Holmes."
"I assure you I speak for your good."
It seemed to me that something like a wink quivered for an
instant over one of Mr. Baynes's tiny eyes.
"We agreed to work on our own lines, Mr. Holmes. That's what I
am doing."
"Oh, very good," said Holmes. "Don't blame me.
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