Part Two: The Fool and The Freak: Chapter 6: Eyewitness Interviews Summary

Right after the gun goes off, Colin is interviewed by two police detectives. He assumes, given his proximity to the weapon and his history of developmental difficulties, that he is a suspect. They simply want to ensure Colin isn't being intimidated by anyone to withhold information. Colin baffles the police officers with his logical analysis of the situation, further deducing the police suspect gang involvement from his inference that one of the officers was once in a gang himself.

At home, Mrs. Fischer prepares dinner early so the family can attend an emergency school meeting regarding the gun. Both Colin's parents are gravely concerned, but relieved that Colin was not hurt. Colin spends time engaged in his favorite activity, bouncing on his trampoline, in order...