"No foolin'? Well-!" The detective puts a hand to his forehead, letting out a long sigh of relief as he smiles at the information given to him. He's enough of a keen eye to know a young man when he sees one, considering the tone of voice and the way he speaks.

"Not sure I catch the info 'bout the crystals but uhh-.. I sure did catch the bit about the Police Station. Hopefully they don't mind a bit of dust with their experience, if ya' get me." He rifles around his clothing, unable to find the usual bit of identification he'd provide to a new face. "I'm uhh.. Hmm.. Well, I don't have a badge on me but- Name's Columbo. Lieutenant Columbo. Formerly of Los Angeles. I wouldn't happen to be speaking to two members of the local jurisdiction here now, would I?"