[Van Zieks at least has the sense to restrain himself rather than make any outbursts, as alarming as the claim is. Hmph... of course even in an attempt to find a temporary reprieve from the crime of London, violence would follow.]

... Reprehensible.

[But he doesn't dwell. There is a problem to be solved.]

Where is the suspect? [His voice is commanding, though he doesn't raise his voice. He won't take no for an answer.] As a British Crown prosecutor... I am more equipped to question such a criminal than any sailor on this ship.

[because ace attorney lawyers are also detectives i guess.]