Tire Trouble in Crescent Springs

In the small Northern California town of Crescent Springs, the residents awaken one spring morning to chaos. Every vehicle in town, including the ancient VW Beetle of local private detective Butler Appleton, has its tires slashed. With summer vacations on the horizon, panic spreads as people scramble to find replacements. Butler immediately launches an investigation and heads straight to the local tire and repair shop, suspecting the owner might have seen something suspicious.
However, Bob, the elderly owner who dreams of leaving town, proves to be no help. He reveals that he goes to bed at 7 p.m. and hadn't noticed any unusual activity. With this lead turning cold, Butler continues his search for answers.