Case: Murder on Mount Everest

Location: Nepal

Date of Incident: 18 June 2025

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Background:
We've been hired to look into the ongoing police investigation on the death of Nancy Nelson. I wanted to brief you on what we know so far.
 
Located in the Himalayas mountain range and standing at 8,849m, Mount Everest is the tallest mountain on earth.

Since the early 1900s the world’s most avid climbers have tried to make it to the summit. Each year 3 to 12 people die on Everest, but this case is the first suspected murder. 

Your Mission:
Nancy Nelson attempted the ascent with a team of six others: Darwin Nelson, Ethan Reynolds, Jacques Blanchard, Osvaldo Pizarro, Ranjana Sherpa, and Walter Nelson. We have identified all six as suspects.

 

• Start by opening Envelope 1. Inside, you’ll find key information about the case, the suspects, and the victim.
   

• Once you're familiar with the case, open Envelope 2. Your task is to uncover each suspect’s motive by examining evidence of jealousy, conflicts, or disputes. When you’ve got a motive for each suspect, follow the website to share your findings with me.
   

• Next, open Envelope 3. Nancy’s smartphone holds critical clues. Search through the evidence to crack her passcode and gain access to more information.
   

• Finally, based on everything you've uncovered, identify the murderer and build your case. Don’t forget to look for the other suspects’ alibis. When you’re ready, submit your conclusion to me via the website.

 

Good luck!

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- MMC Boss