Sam Delaguerra

Sam Delaguerra is a homicide detective of Spanish descent who discovers that Donovan Marr's wife is responsible for his murder. He was once friends with Marr, and was taken off the case because it was assumed he was accepting bribes from him, but he worked the case regardless.

Pete

Pete is Sam's partner, and represents another honest police officer on the force. He plays a minor role in the story itself, but is certain Sam doesn't take bribes from anyone, even Marr.

John Masters

John Masters is a corrupt politician responsible for trying to cover up Marr's death.

Dave Aage

Dave Aage is a corrupt politician responsible for trying to cover up Marr's death.

Belle Marr

Bell Marr is Donovan's wife. She is responsible for his murder, but Sam lets her go at the end of the story.

Joey Chill

Joey Chill is the brother of Max...