The following represents a selection of case files made available for public reference, as per New York City Municipal Code 847-B. Names have been redacted where appropriate. Grimms’ Detective Agency maintains full confidentiality for all active investigations. For full case documentation, please submit proper authorization forms through our main office.
Selected Case Files
Case File 08847 - The Lazarus Boulevard Incident - March 15, 1923
Aarne-Thompson Type: 612
Abstract: When society matron Mrs. H████ returned from her "European convalescence" with a drastically altered personality and murderous intentions toward her devoted husband, we discovered her miraculous recovery involved some very questionable medical practices. Investigation revealed underground market in pharmaceutical resurrection remedies and matrimonial insurance fraud.
Case File 09100 - The Lower East Side Fiasco - April 1, 1923
Aarne-Thompson Type: 500
Abstract: Investigation into Mr. Rumpel Stiltskin reveals elaborate fraudulent investment scheme targeting Lower East Side residents through promises of supernatural returns on "pixie gold" commodity speculation. Perpetrator exploited communities' savings via complex contractual obligations with several city politicians including Judge ████████ and Mayor ████████████. Case resolved when true identity of scheme architect discovered, rendering all fraudulent contracts legally void under obscure precedent. Investigation implicated prominent politicians including ████████████ [REDACTED], Alderman ████████ [REDACTED], and ████████████ ████████ [HEAVILY REDACTED] in facilitating access to vulnerable populations through ████████████ community outreach programs.
Case File 09531 - The Case of the Jazzy Femur - June 6, 1923
Aarne-Thompson Type: 780
Abstract: Musical instrument constructed from human remains spontaneously produces testimonial ballads identifying perpetrator of unsolved homicide. Case complicated by debates regarding admissibility of supernatural testimony and persistent requests for encore performances from courtroom spectators.
Case File 09864 - The Matrimonial Cannibalism Affair - January 17, 1924
Aarne-Thompson Type: 955
Abstract: Prospective bride discovers fiancé's unconventional dietary preferences and wedding reception catering plans during pre-marital reconnaissance mission. Investigation exposes systematic elimination of previous romantic interests and remarkably poor restaurant reviews.
Case File 09928 - Case of the West Side Oracle - June 28, 1925
Aarne-Thompson Type: 1450
Abstract: Local charwoman becomes famous regarding alleged psychic predictions regarding stock market tips. Multiple financiers ruined. Investigation reveals complete hoax, case of excessive analytical thinking and collective suggestion.
Case File 10089 - The Manhattan Market Incident - July 10, 1925
Aarne-Thompson Type: ████
Abstract: Impoverished farmer's acquisition of unusually large root vegetable leads to substantial financial gain and bitter sibling rivalry. Investigation involves agricultural commodity speculation, fraternal jealousy, and one remarkably persuasive produce merchant with connections to municipal leadership.
Case File A-10541 - No Snooze Button for the Wicked - September 12, 1925
Aarne-Thompson Type: ████
Abstract: Alleged transformations following disappearances in Gravesend, Brooklyn lead to investigation of ████████ involving [HEAVILY REDACTED] and suspicious ███████ activities. Case complicated by recurring ████████ patterns and one particularly uncooperative ███████ with apparent ██████████ regarding sleep schedules and ████████████.
Full case report available for public review. [ORDER REPORT]
Case File 21371 - The Case of the Giant Pumpkin - November 12, 1925
Aarne-Thompson Type: 1960-D
Abstract: Vegetable hawkers in Manhattan Avenue Market report produce swelling to enormous proportions overnight, including one particularly pumpkin measuring ██ feet in ████████. Investigation ongoing into distraught hawker ████████████ [NAME HEAVILY REDACTED] whose ██████████ were allegedly ████████ following contact with ████████████ substance of unknown origin. Case potentially connected to ████████████ ████████ and suspicious ████████████ activities in surrounding ████████████ district. Investigation still in progress.
Case File B-21372 - Fairytales Always Ring Twice - November 21, 1925
Aarne-Thompson Type: ████
Abstract: Investigation of giant pumpkin discovered at Manhattan Avenue Market leads to strange occurrences in Harlem surrounding the contract of singer ████████ [NAME REDACTED]. Case involves ██████████ inheritance disputes, ████████ urban renewal policies, and ███████████ with connections to ██████████ and one particularly spectacular ████████ performance featuring ████████████.
Full case report available for public review. [ORDER REPORT]