Episode 85: Lizard Ladies 2.0

CHAPTER 1: NEW CRIME WAVE RISING

Newscast of SCLZ Eyewitness News, 6 PM

"This is Armando Sanchez for SCLZ Eyewitness News. Our top story for tonight, crime rising in Sparkyville? With the continuing investigation into the murder of Sam Mancini, plus rumors of gangster activity going on, people are worried about rises in crime. We go live to ace reporter Ben Overton at Sparkyville Police Department where he is with one of the department's top detectives. Ben?"

"Thank you, Armando. We are here like with senior detective Tyrone Young, who has agreed to answer some questions about everything that has been going on. Detective Young, what do you say to those people who are concerned about the rise in crime?"

"Well, I say for folks to continue to do what they do and not be afraid to live their lives. Of course, if you do see something suspicious, don't hesitate to call us, and we will help in any way we can."

"Any word on who could be causing all of these crimes?"

"We suspect it could be teen gangs, but we can't be for certain until we have more information."

"Do you have any kind of leads, detective?"

"None, so far, but we've been getting information from folks who saw any kind of gang activity. That's all, for now."

"Thank you, Detective Young. So far, no leads on who could be committing these crimes around town. Ben Overton, SCLZ News, Downtown Sparkyville. Back to you, Armando."

Word was getting around town about the crimes that had suddenly hit Sparkyville. Though many suspect it wasn't on the level of destruction committed by the Lizard Ladies years ago, it was still shocking. Many suspect with more people moving into the small town, and its growth, more city crime was becoming abundant. But for the Serpent Sisters, it was reason to be on alert. They didn't want to deal with another girl gang since defeating the Lizards those years ago.

"I had talked to Black Widow," Cobra said to Lucy, Rattler, and Anaconda. "She has heard about the recent activity going on, even though she had been busy with protecting Gertie from the Scorpion."

"Does she have any leads?" asked Lucy.

"None as of yet, but she said she has more of her troops on the ground looking for anything suspicious," Cobra replied.

"Well I just hope the Lizards aren't making a comeback," said Rattler.

"You and me both, Rattler," agreed Lucy. "That's the last thing we need right now."

"Well, former Lizard Komodo Dragon has been working close with the Spiders lately," said Cobra. "I can ask Widow if she can see if some of Komodo's fellow former Lizards started up their crimes again."

"It's a good place to start," agreed Rattler.

"I say what do we have to lose?" added Lucy.

"Okay, I'll call Widow back and have Komodo check out her former Lizards," Cobra finished. And the girls all left Cobra's place for their homes.

NEXT CHAPTER: GETTING TO KNOW MITCHELL & MORE INSIGHT ON THE SCORPION