Maggie Moore(s)

A mute hitman hired by Jay Moore to scare Maggie Moore but ends up committing multiple murders. He operates under the alias Don Lindowski at one point, highlighting a deceptive identity as the investigation closes in. His chilling efficiency and sudden turn of violence propel the plot toward its brutal climax.

A neighbor who suspects Jay’s involvement and informs Sheriff Sanders about the murky alibis surrounding Maggie’s death. She becomes entangled with the investigation and later shares a moment with Sanders, helping to propel the case toward truth. She survives the final confrontation with Kosco and aids in resolving the mystery.

The sheriff who leads the investigation into the two Maggie Moore murders. He threads together alibis, witness accounts, and the evolving evidence, ultimately guiding the pursuit of the killer. His pursuit is marked by cautious consideration of motive, opportunity, and the cost of truth.

The second Maggie Moore’s husband; he becomes a prime suspect due to his affair and the life-insurance angle. He denies broader involvement, but his actions and lies complicate the investigation and point toward a web of deceit surrounding Maggie’s death.

A coworker of Maggie 2 who previously bullied her and has since recovered from alcoholism. He is later killed by Kosco, a pivotal moment that ties personal histories to the escalating crime. His past behavior and current ties to the victims contribute to the investigation’s complexity.

Jay Moore’s wife who discovers inappropriate material on Jay’s phone and threatens to involve the police, triggering the murderous plan. She becomes the first victim in the Moore murders.

The second Maggie Moore whose death is tied to the same criminal scheme. Her insulin kit becomes a crucial clue linking the two murders and highlighting a medical detail that points to the killer’s method and identity.

Husband of Maggie 1 who tries to shield himself from detection and hires Kosco to intimidate his wife. His attempts to control the situation set off a chain of violent events, ultimately leading to Kosco turning on him and ending in tragedy.

A confidant who advises Jay to consult with the hitman Kosco, acting as a link in the criminal web. He represents the shadowy network behind the Moore murders and the ways in which schemes are coordinated.

A woman who had an affair with Andrew Moore and later provides information to the police, complicating the investigation by introducing new personal dynamics into the case.