USS Cherokee episode 859
Grand Theft Artifact, by Steve Weller, Part 15
12207.06

Starring_
Steve Weller as Executive Producer, Gov_Merser, Lt_Exfeld, Vax, Vex, and SO_Lt_Trix 
Zach Farland as CO_Capt_Daniels and OPS_Ens_Granger 
John Garrison as CEO_LtCmdr_Hull, and TO_Lt_Lvor
Absent
None
Leave of Absence
Pablo Delsoglio as CIV_Capt_Marek and FCO_Lt_Alvarado
The crew of the Cherokee travel to the Mordrak colony to pick up a pair of Bolian parolees. Vax'aldin and Vex'ihlai.  They are suspected of taking part in the theft at the Avandar museum.

The crew have just arrived on the planet, where Governor Merser is meeting them to arrange the transfer.

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CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Looking around, getting his bearings::

TO_Lt_LVor says:
::Does a tunic-tuck for a good presentation to Gov. Merser::

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
::Arrives on the planet and greets Merser.  Extends hand to shake::  Merser: So good to officially meet you, Sir.  I'm Captain Daniels.  This is Commander Hull and Lieutenant Trix.

Host Gov_Merser says:
::Takes the hand and returns the shake.::  CO: Yes, always good to meet in person, and a pleasure to meet you and your crew.  Utmost respect for Starfleet and all it does, even if we tend to get a lot of the "bad side effects".  ::Smiles broadly.::

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
Merser: Well, we're going to relieve you of a couple of your bad side effects.

Host Gov_Merser says:
CO: We have the twins in a staging cell, just down the hall.  Paperwork is in order, so will just need your thumbprint, or that of your designated representative, and you can take them aboard your ship.  I am assuming this is still the investigation stage?  If so we'll keep their cottage open.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::Looking around the facility, thinking it looks like a historical village set more than a penal colony.::

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
Merser:: Sounds like a plan.

Host Gov_Merser says:
CO: Oh, they weren't from Starfleet.  Got nabbed in a computer hacking theft by Bolian authorities.  But since it was a theft crossing star systems, they got put in Federation jail, and then made their way here.  Not bad folks, for criminals.  Behave well enough on the norm.  When they stay put.  Still no idea how they might have gotten off world.

TO_Lt_LVor says:
::Has wrist restraints for both twins once taken into custody::

Host Gov_Merser says:
::Turns and walks down the hall, enters a code at the door and walks in.::

ACTION: Once through the door the two suspects can be seen behind a detainment field.  Dressed in grey work outfits, sitting on benches and looking at the door.  They stand up when the group enters the room.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
All:  Cozy! Containment fields and all! 

Host Gov_Merser says:
CO: These are the suspects you requested.  They each packed a bag, which is sitting by the desk out here if your security wants to check it before you take them.  That is assuming you will allow it, not sure how secure you need them to be.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
Lvor: Take them into custody.  Place them in the brig, separate cells as far from each other and Strongjaw as possible.  No one questions them now.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::From the back of the group pulls Tricorder and does another scan of the suspects, confirming they have indeed made an Elway Jump.::

ACTION: Vax and Vex step up to the screen, holding their hands out, expecting the use of restraints.

Host Vax says:
Vex: No idea what these folks want, but I suppose they did get us a few days off from scrubber maintenance.

Host Vex says:
::Rolls her eyes.::

TO_Lt_LVor says:
CO:  Aye Sir! ::approaches the twins as the containment field is lifted, and places the wrist shackles on their wrists, and walks them out of the room::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Isaac walks up to LVor to assist if necessary::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: Sir, they do appear to be who we are looking for, assuming the scans are accurate.  Trace...yeah, never mind.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
Merser: Thank you, Governor.  Your cooperation is appreciated.  We won't take up any more of your time.  We'll let you know what's going on as things develop.

TO_Lt_LVor says:
Vax/Vex:  You are under arrest for investigation of Grand Theft, you are in my custody

Host Gov_Merser says:
CO: Appreciated Captain, As I said, I'll keep their spaces available until we learn more.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
Merser: Very good.

TO_Lt_LVor says:
::Escorts Vex and Vax to the beam-in point, and transports up to the Cherokee for incarceration in the Ship's Brig::

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
Crew: Let's get back to the ship.

Host Vax says:
TO: Grand theft?  Isn't that the only type worth being wanted for? Can't imagine what we'd be able to steal on Mordrak, though.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO:  Aye Sir! 

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Gov: Governor Merser, it was a pleasure Sir to meet you, thank you for your assistance!  Perhaps we can chat on the return trip...if there is one ::grins::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
Gov: Yes, thank you sir.  For all you do.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
*Otis*: We're ready to beam up, Chief.

ACTION: The Away Team and the suspects are Transported to the Cherokee.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO:  Well Sir!  That was short and sweet!  Now to figure out how those two got off that penal colony, any thoughts Sir!

Host Vax says:
TO: Who was it your Captain wanted to keep us separated from? I hope it's someone fun, Vex and I don't get out very often, after all.

Host Vex says:
Vax: While it's a right to remain silent, not a requirement, there are times I really wish you'd exercise that.

TO_Lt_LVor says:
Vex/Vax:  You will be close, but I'm not sure you'll be able to see or talk to the others in custody, noise cancellation fields and such.  

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
CEO: We'll discuss it when the prisoners are secured in the brig.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
::Heads to the bridge::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Follows Captain Daniels to the bridge::

TO_Lt_LVor says:
::Escorts Vex and Vax to the Ship's Brig, and places each of them in their own brig cell::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::Downloads Tricorder readings to the evidence collection as she follows the Captain to the Bridge.::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::Once clear of the prisoners.:: CO: Both subjects showed signs of cellular damage we've come to expect.  Minor enough that it wouldn't be apparent if you weren't looking for it but it is definitely there.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
::Arrives on bridge and takes his place:: OPS: Find out where Scanlon Riegel is playing tonight.  It should be on his media page.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO/SO:  That is very interesting!  If we were to do a Elway particle decaying study, we might be able to create a timeline with all the evidence that we have secured so far

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
SO: We're not surprised, are we?

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: No sir, just confirming.

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Looks up the information for the CO::

Host Lt_Exfeld says:
CEO: Sir?  There is an existing study on that, Doctor Winfred penned one when the Cadre was working at its peak.  Part of what I was preparing a report for the Command Staff on.

Host Lt_Exfeld says:
CEO: Well, the beginning of one.  Some of it was extrapolation of the effect on non-living organic material, as there was...is a dearth of scans of those who actually used a device more than a few times.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Lt. Exfeld:  Excellent! We look forward to reading it and seeing the timeline, it will fill in many aspects of this case.

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
CO: Sir, Scanlon's next show is on New France.  Starting at 2000 hours tonight.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
OPS:  How are we for time Mr. Granger, if we leave right now?

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
CEO: We should make it in time for the show.

Host Lt_Exfeld says:
CEO: Yes sir, but the gist of what I wanted to let you all know is pretty simple.  Strongjaw only made a few jumps.  Doubt it was even five, unless he really spread them out and let his cells recover some.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
FCO: Set a course for New France. Engage when ready, Warp 8.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Lt. Exfeld:  So it is sure, that we are missing still more suspects that we have yet to identify?  

Host Lt_Exfeld says:
<FCO> CO: Course laid in, engaging Impulse until we clear the gravity wells of the planets.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
CEO: We still haven't got the leader of this gang of thieves.

Host Lt_Exfeld says:
CO/ CEO: I think it's more than that.  I'll have to study the two new suspects you picked up, but I wouldn't bet Strongjaw could have done more than one, maybe at most two of the thefts we're looking into.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO:  Yes Sir!  From the evidence and particle decay, we have yet to discover those that actually did the thefts.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO/SO:  From a legal standpoint, I foresee that without a plea deal, these suspects will lawyer up, and we will only have the evidence to use for a conviction, much less securing the stolen items. 

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CEO: At the very least though we have solid evidence they were on stolen ships and strong circumstantial evidence they were on the Avandar theft.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
All: So, who is up for a show?  Let's see how good this lounge lizard is.  Can't be too good if he has to steal to make ends meet.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
SO:  Yes, we do have that, we have made great strides in this investigation, but...this may only be the tip of the iceberg per se, there maybe more foot soldiers than we have accounted for, any thoughts?

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: I've looked him up.  He's supposed to have a really good voice, but has a...reputation. For mayhem and self aggrandizement.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
SO: I think I know the type.  We might be able to use that to our advantage.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Turns to look at the engineering console status::

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