Friday, March 8, 2019

enigmatic puzzle - Who killed Professor Cal?


Professor Cal was found murdered in his office. Luckily, security had been keeping tight track of all who entered and exited the building during the day, and were able to determine that the suspects are Gerry, Julie, Jason, Nicky, and Sophy.


Professor Cal, known for being helpful, but not too helpful, left a clue to identify his killer. On his calendar were written in blood the numbers 1, 4, 9, 10, 11.


Who killed Professor Cal?


Notes:



  • Though not overly helpful, we must use the clue that Professor Cal left in its entirety to honor his memory.

  • All aspects of the clue must be used.

  • One of the five suspects committed the murder. Aside from Professor Cal's final clue, there are no other clues in the room.




Answer



It's



Jason



Because



Taking the first letters of the months 1,4,9,10,11 spells out J(anuary), A(pril), S(eptember), O(ctober), N(ovember).




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