SWATted

by Robert Gryfft

"Jenkins here. Kitchen clear." he radioed. He moved on to the bedroom. "This guy goes by 'Zebatinsky.' Illustrates belligerent behavior. Very dangerous, so stay sharp."

He paused. "Why haven't you checked in, Watson?" He thumbed his radio. "Watson?"

He saw a glint in the darkness.

"It's Sebatinsky," he heard, and felt steel pierce his chest.