Camarilla Game ~ June 2004. Camarilla Game ~ June 2004.Media, Police.
Members of The Constabulary have begun to investigate the attempted assassination of Andrew Sant by one of his guards last month. Despite initial reports that Sant had been shot in the head, Sant was reported to be stable but shaken by the incident which instead left him with a fractured collarbone. The guard accused of the attempted murder is currently being held for questioning by both The Constabulary and a number of Government agencies.
Bureaucracy, Legal, Media, Police.
Despite the reputed checks it would appear that an aggrieved party was able to get a job protecting Andrew Sant, despite the fears of a possible assassination attempt. The guard in question is currently being investigated for links to a number of terrorist groups that were targeted by Castelan last year. Meanwhile security is being tightened surrounding the former head of Castelan for fears that the same loophole may be exploited again.
Health, Occult, Street.
The investigations into the guard at the centre of the alleged Andrew Sant assassination attempt are rubbish. Despite the involvement of a number of intelligence agencies, no plausible (nor implausible for that matter) connection has been found that would explain his actions. Indeed, the guard in question has had to be taken into psychiatric care following reports that he may be suffering from a form of temporary multiple personality disorder. Investigations are set to continue.
Legal, Media, Police, Politics.
Andrew Sant was released from hospital back into protective custody three days after the attempted assassination, suffering only from a mild case of shock and a broken collarbone caused by “A low level ballistic entry wound”. Sant is said to be in good spirits following the incident and to be joking about it with the other guards that someone was “trying to save the taxpayer money”. Security has been tightened around Sant following the incident.
Occult.
Andrew Sant is still lying in a coma. Apparently, and this is all very hush–hush, a look–a–like for Sant was found in case of such an incident. It is this individual who they are currently parading around saying everything is alright. Why have they done this? Well shortly after the New Year they did a poll and found out that people won't be satisfied with what happens to Sant unless the people appear to have spoken. Who are they? You mean you don't know?
Legal, Media, Police, Politics.
Despite the attempted assassination of Andrew Sant, his trial is still set to begin on 4th July 2004. Both prosecuting and defending lawyers have now had sufficient time to develop their respective cases. However all of this may be unnecessary as Sant may be considering entering a plea of guilty at the beginning of the trial. Why Sant feels the need to confess his sins remains unknown, but one thing for sure, the will he, wont he speculation is sure to make the opening of his trail a must see event.
Finance, Industry, Politics.
The local financial world was thrown into turmoil last month when it emerged that a Singapore based company had managed to successfully gain control of Reed Communications and its subsidiaries without having to resort to a hostile takeover. Details are sketchy at the moment but it would appear that a managed to walk in and take control of the company via a number of security passwords known only to the previous chairman. The exact nature of how they managed to gain access to these is as of yet unclear, however following the announcement the share price of the company dropped rapidly. Share prices have since stabilised, but have yet to rise to previous levels.
Bureaucracy, Finance, Industry, Police.
Financial agents and members of a government fraud squad are investigating the possibility that Reed Communications was the victim of industrial espionage following the use of secure passwords to gain control of the company. Investigations are currently focussing on whether the codes were leaked by a third party aligned to Reed, although no one is currently going on the record of course. Meanwhile the Singaporean company at the centre of the controversy, Asharaka, has begun to train its administrative staff in a number of roles and is already looking at methods to increase production and turnover at the facility.
Finance, Legal, Underworld.
Where is the head of Reed Communications? Whilst his company is systematically being changed by the Singaporean company Asharaka, the former head is nowhere to be seen. Investigations are focussing on whether he has been the victim of kidnapping whilst on a business trip, although no allegations of such an act are being laid at Asharaka's door. However a number of companies previously allied to Reed have begun to withdraw their support from the company, despite the fact that traders have noted that they are still receiving income from the group. What the future holds for one of the most successful companies this city has ever seen remains an unknown.
High Society, Media, Politics.
Asharaka launched its presence in the city with a lavish party to celebrate the meeting of Eastern and Western interests. The party was attended by a number of high profile dignitaries, including if rumours are to be believed the mysterious person behind “Scarlet”, keen to see the continued presence of such a high profile employer in the area. No details of who was in attendance from the company at the heart of all of this interest have been forthcoming.
Street, Underworld.
So whilst the city witnesses the death of one crime syndicate (The Sandernacht Group) it once again witnesses the birth of another. Whilst many thought that the field was no open for a conflict between The Gambinos and The Daughters of the Desert (who no longer appear to be under the control of the mysterious Shara), the emergence of a third, possibly Eastern group, has once again left a degree of uncertainty in the matter. Whether they are here to try and gain dominance in the city or merely carve themselves a piece of the pie remains to be seen.
Media, Police, Underworld.
Harold Williams. Never heard of him? Perhaps you've heard of his pseudonym, Sandernacht. In a low key ceremony attended by a few relatives the mortal remains of the man who once ruled the city through fear were laid to rest. Both The Constabulary and members of a number of families aggrieved by the man in the past have agreed to pursue no civil actions against the family, who are to remain anonymous for fear of retaliatory action by other, less savoury individuals been taken. In addition, an unmarked headstone has been placed on the grave to prevent future vandalism.
Media, Occult.
Is there a new Samurai in town? Whilst The Constabulary has downgraded its efforts in search of “The Samurai” after rumours that he may have left the city for fear of persecution, others have begun to comment about the presence of another, as yet unidentified, individual seen wearing traditional Samurai robes and mask. Whether this individual is in anyway linked with Asharaka is as yet unknown, although given the presence of what is believed to be a third, eastern influenced, gang operating in the city it would be fair to say that a number of outside influences have begun to take an interest in the city.
Bureaucracy, Media, Police.
The Constabulary was called to the Reed Phoenix Tower following the death of over forty individuals within the facility. No explanation has yet been forthcoming, although investigations are focussing upon a massive electrical urge in the premises shortly before the incident. Progress is being hampered by the lack of recorded evidence of who was in the vicinity of the tower at the time due to the damage caused to recording equipment in the area. Expertise in the field is currently being sought in an attempt to try and regain the information.
Media, Police, University.
The Constabulary has had to double the amount of security at the site of the “White Cave” in Keele following repeated vandalism attempts over the last month. In all some thirteen attempts have been made to damage the find, although no rational explanation for such action has been forthcoming. In addition to the presence of The Constabulary, a number of military personnel are to be bought in to assess security at the facility.
Church, Media, Police, University.
Representatives of Keele University are to meet with The Constabulary to discuss security at what has been dubbed “The White Room” following a series of attempted vandalism attacks. Discussions will focus upon how security can be maintained at the site without restricting access for experts. Experts from a variety of scientific fields are now involved in the site, including a number of theologians who are researching whether the site is linked to ancient religions. The university hopes to reveal the findings later in the year at a series of lectures around the country.
Church, High Society, Media.
Members of an investigative panel from The Vatican have arrived in the city to investigate the theft of a cross from the Shelton area. The panel has apparently been requested following the disclosure of the Spanish text found at the scene of the crime. As of yet the party have not liaised with The Constabulary and have instead been focussing their investigations on the priests involved in the incident. In related news, the cross in question has been replaced by a new cross by the noted sculptor Van Der Meer, kindly donated from funds raised by the philanthropist group “Scarlet”.
Bureaucracy, Industry, Transport.
The major transport firms continue to be block booked by Asharaka as the company continues to bring staff and equipment into the city following its takeover of Reed Communications. Indeed many companies are predicting a boom in profits as it would appear that Asharaka are lacking the logistical capabilities that a large company requires. Whether the company plans to rectify this problem once it has settled in remains to be seen, but in the meantime it seems likely that local businesses will continue to benefit from the companies relocation.
Finance, Industry, Transport.
Despite the rise in fortunes felt by the rest of the industry, the small scale logistical company Goodings is not reaping the same rewards. A series of embarrassing incidents have prevented the company from successfully delivering any parcels for the last fortnight. The company has seen a responding drop in value, making it open to potential takeovers.
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