USS Cherokee episode 862
Grand Theft Artifact, by Steve Weller, Part 18
12208.03

Starring_
Steve Weller as Executive Producer, 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 is enroute to Beta Rigel to track down the next potential suspect in the theft of Artifacts over the past few months.

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SO_Lt_Trix says:
::On Bridge, putting final touches on the request for scanning aid being submitted to Starfleet.:: CO: Sir, the plan to look for signs of D shift teleports has been submitted to Command, and since it was preapproved, I expect it should be in place and working within a few hours.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::In the TL with his 6 engineers on the way to the main hangar bay on Deck 4::

TO_Lt_LVor says:
::On the bridge, monitoring the security and tactical scans of the ship and SRS/LRS sensors::

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
::On the bridge::  SO: That's good news.  Nice work, Lieutenant.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: Chief Hull asked for me to assist with the look into Riegel’s shuttle, so permission to head to the Shuttle Bay?

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
SO: Permission granted.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::The TL doors open and Isaac and his engineers head to the double panel doors to the main hangar deck::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: Thank you sir.  Once I get word the network is set up I will let you know.  If it finds anything, I'll let you know faster.  ::Smiles and heads for the Turbolift.::

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
SO: Thank you.

ACTION: Riegel’s shuttle sits in an area of the bay cleared of other vessels and supplies to give the team room to work.  It is a standard Warp capable shuttle available for lease or rent for relatively inexpensive fees.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Entering the main hangar bay, Isaac sees the subject of their forensic analysis, a civilian shuttle, smaller craft, small enough that the ship's industrial transporter could beam it onboard, 2 hangar bay technicians are securing the shuttle to the deck, Isaac waves them away, the main hatch is already open::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::Enters the Turbolift and requests Main Shuttle Bay.::

ACTION: Through the open hatch, the shuttle is fairly plain with just a few containers and bags secured in a section, a small bed next to it, and a control area to the front.  A door to the restrooms can be seen to one side and a small Replicator to the other.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Lt. T'Pau:  You’re first!  Check the logs, sensors, anything of interest with the computer. 

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Ens. Robinson:  You’re 2nd, analyze the environmentals, check for any trace evidence in the filtration units.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
OPS: When we get into range of Beta Rigel, locate Keyleth's Cuties Kennels and grooming shop.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::Arrives at Shuttlebay and walks up to the CEO.:: CEO: Sorry sir, was wrapping up an administration project on the Bridge.  Hope I didn't miss anything.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Ens. Rogers: Analyze the hull (no pun intended) and warp nacelles, check with Lt. T'Pau see what she finds in the logs and sensors matches up with what you discover on the hull.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
OPS: Make an appointment for Fred for as soon as possible.  I'll be taking him to the planet.

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
CO:  Aye, Sir.  If you want, I could go with you.  Fred knows me.  I might be of help.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
SO:  No problem Lieutenant Trix, glad you have some time to assist us. I think there is room inside, please take your scans, see if there is anything to find in regards to our investigation.  Lieutenants T'Pau and Robinson are already inside, Mr. Rogers will be analyzing the Hull.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::Nods and steps into the open hatch, drawing Tricorder and taking scans.  After a few passes, turns and adjusts focus to the luggage area at the back.:: Self: Is this from Shifting or just from being old...

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
OPS: Oh, and make sure our appointment is with Marisha Minxie, no one else.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::Puts on a pair of gloves and opens one of the bags on top.:: CEO: Sir, I think we have something here.  Bag full of cash is never not suspicious, but it might have been Shifted.

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
CO: Aye, Sir.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
OPS: And yes, you can come with me.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Lt.jg Hale: When the 3 inside are finished, gather up the navigation logs, and data, I want to see where this ship has been for the last 6months! Coordinate with T'Pau see that the logs, match up with your findings.

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
CO: Thank you, Sir.  Are we two the only ones going?  What about Lieutenant Trix?  Won't we need her to conduct the scan?

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
OPS: You forget, Ensign, I'm a doctor with two degrees.  I think I can handle a scan.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
SO: ::pops his head through the main hatch while standing outside on the warp nacelle::  Whose currency?

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
CO: Oh yeah, sorry Sir.  I did forget.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
SO:  Federation?  Klingon? Betazed?

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CEO: Guessing it is Riegel’s, given that this is...oh, what world.  This looks like a mix, seeing some Trill, Betazed, some Romulan.  Guessing in "those circles" keeping it from different worlds makes it harder to trace, right?

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CEO: But it's all a bit more worn than it looks. Might be from Dimensional Shifts but currency...yeah, never find the best condition on currency, it passes through so many hands and pockets and machines it gets chewed naturally.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
<Lt. T'Pau>: CEO: Sir!  I've confirmed that the shuttle logs match Riegel’s concert itinerary, and you'll like this point, even matches stopping off at Grog's Ale House - the night of the theft! ::points to her tricorder::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Lt. T'Pau:  ::Nodding at her findings::  Excellent find Lieutenant T'Pau!  

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
SO:  Yes!  Especially if it is hard currency, not credits which are thoroughly traceable ::ponders the ramifications::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CEO: Scan over the rest of the shuttle isn't showing much.  Well, much we can use as evidence of the thefts.  First scan over shows we might want to limit our contact with most of the surfaces.  Doesn't seem like he's the most sanitary individual.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
*CO*:  Captain, I think you should come down to the Hangar Bay, Lieutenant Trix has made an interesting finding!

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
SO:  Yes, I'm "seeing" that!

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CEO: I'm going to have to take another look at the bag from Strongjaw's room.  If this bag may be Shifted, maybe they used the Shifting as a payment delivery service?

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
*CEO*: I'll be right there.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Engineering Team:  Ok team, I think we're finished here, take your tricorder findings to Main Engineering, and log your findings into the investigation database.  Good work everyone!

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
Self: I guess I'm going to the shuttle bay.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
<Engineering Team> ::Gathering their equipment and head out of the Hangar Bay::

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
OPS: I'll be back.  When we go to the groomers, we'll both be dressed in civilian clothing.

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
CO: Cool, undercover stuff.  I mean, Aye, Sir.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
FCO: You have the bridge.  What is our ETA to Beta Rigel?

SO_Lt_Trix says:
*Metron*: Hey, you in the labs?  I need a quick look at some of the logged evidence.  The money bag from Strongjaw's room, I need it to be scanned to see if it may show signs of Shifting.

Host SMSteve says:
<FCO> CO: At current Warp Factor, about 2 hours.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
<Metron> *SO*: Sure thing, as long as you stuffy physical types think a social can handle those scans.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
::Goes to Turbolift and enters::  FCO: Thank you.  TL Computer: Deck 4, please.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Enters the shuttle craft, looking at the cache of cash::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
*Metron*: I've seen you work a Tricorder, and I'm not biting into that "Physical Science versus Social Science" debate. Just let me know.  Thanks.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CEO: It does make sense though. If you want to not leave a paper trail, even a normal messenger carrying the cash leaves more of a print than Shifting it would.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
::Enter Shuttlebay hangar and goes to Scanlan's shuttle craft.  He enters; hearing voices inside::  CEO/SO: So, what's up?  Report, please.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
SO:  Your find, your report.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: It's looking like whoever hired...recruited?  What word would it be?  Let's go with hired.  Whoever hired Riegel for this tried as best they could to not leave a trail.  Even the payment seems to have been cash, possibly delivered via Shifting.  I mean Dimensional Shifting when I say Shifting.  They wanted no trail to be found I'd guess.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: The money bag shows signs that may be from the Shifting.  We're looking into Strongjaw's bag to see if it shows them as well.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
SO/CO: "Recruiting" I believe the term is, and totally untraceable.
 
Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
SO: I see.  So you found the loot, huh?  That should be used as evidence.  Let's leave everything here.  I'm sure everyone on boards can be trusted but, secure the shuttle when you leave.  Did you check the bags or it's contents for DNA?

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Kneels by the bag, and picks up the cash that he can, and lets it all slip back into the bag through his fingers::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: The bag is clean, just a few skin cells on the handles, matching Riegel’s.  The rest of the shuttle, you might want to take care entering because of the DNA.  He does not seem to be caring about his security deposit on the vehicle I'd guess.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
SO:  Do we have an amount?

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CEO: We can get one.  Strongjaw's currency amounted to about half a million Federation credits, once converted.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
All: Gee, that's good money.  I think we're in the wrong business.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
SO/CO:  Alright, I will have the shuttle secured with a numbered seal on the hatch, and place a transporter block on the hangar deck till we turn this over to the Court as evidence.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: All that money doesn't go far in a jail cell, sir.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
SO: True enough.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Exits the shuttle, and waves over one of those hangar bay technicians, and tasks him with sealing and enabling a transporter block on the hangar bay until further notice::

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