# Abstract Logic Riddle - The Mysterious Sniper

## Circumstances

In a peculiar and deadly scenario, a series of guards at the entrance of a large building have mysteriously died in an instant. Despite not hearing any sounds, it appears they were shot by a sniper, with all shots targeting the head. The deaths occur if the guards investigate the bodies or attempt to move them into bags. Civilians are generally spared unless they are in the line of fire when a guard is targeted. The sniper seems to avoid shooting civilians intentionally.

## Observations

- Immediate Death: Guards die instantly if they investigate the bodies or attempt to bag them.
- Civilian Safety: Civilians are less likely to be targeted, but they may die from stray bullets if in front of a targeted guard.
- No Sound: No noise is heard when the shots are fired.
- Perfect Aim: All shots hit the head with extremely high accuracy.
- Civilians Bagging Bodies: Unlike guards, civilians can safely handle the bodies as long as they don't investigate them.

## Chapter 1: How to Clean

To safely clean the area and handle the bodies, it is crucial to involve civilians. Since civilians are less likely to be targeted and do not die when handling or bagging the bodies, they should be tasked with removing the corpses from the area without investigating them. Guards should be kept back to avoid any accidental targeting. Here's a step-by-step approach:

1. Summon Civilians: Call upon civilians instead of guards to assist.
2. Bag the Bodies: Have the civilians carefully place the bodies into bags without look at them closely.
3. Clear the Area: Remove the bagged bodies from the scene.

This method ensures the entrance is cleared without risking additional lives.

## Chapter 2: How to Find the Sniper

Locating the sniper presents a significant challenge, especially with their near-perfect concealment. Initially, a thorough search of balconies and other typical hiding spots may prove futile if the sniper is in an unexpected location like a bush. However, recent developments may offer a clue: the sniper has run out of bullets and has been observed rearming themselves from one of the dead guards. With that in mind, here's a plan to identify and locate the sniper:

1. Review CCTV Footage: Examine past CCTV recordings to spot the sniper exiting their hiding place to collect bullets.
2. Search for Recent Movement: Pay close attention to any movement around bushes or other possible hiding spots, especially after the sniper rearmed.
3. Deploy a Team with Caution: Once a possible location is identified, send a team to apprehend the sniper, keeping in mind the sniper's skill and potential for remaining hidden.

This approach combines both forensic review and cautious deployment to ensure the sniper's capture.