Whilst it's true that NSY probably could have done the same scientific research as Sherlock into the footprint, the reality is that IT WOULD NEVER HAPPEN, and even if it did, it would take at least six months. I speak as someone who worked for the UK police for 28 years. Lestrade being ripped off by his boss for using a civilian investigator was absolutely true to life - he really has no defence for that. What wasn't realistic was the way Donovan spoke to him, which in the heirarchical UK police service would definitely not happen. You might speak about your senior officer that way out of his hearing, but not to his face!
Am worried about Mycroft's behaviour, however - hope they do something in the next three to sort that out, as I couldn't believe he'd be that dumb!!
BTW as a Brit I have never seen the crown jewels, neither has anybody else I know. We don't really go and look at our own heritage ...
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Date: 2012-01-16 12:37 pm (UTC)Am worried about Mycroft's behaviour, however - hope they do something in the next three to sort that out, as I couldn't believe he'd be that dumb!!
BTW as a Brit I have never seen the crown jewels, neither has anybody else I know. We don't really go and look at our own heritage ...