| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| English author best known for the 24-novel Inspector Wexford series, published from 1964 to 2013 (4,7) | ||
| Crime writer who created Chief Inspector Wexford | ||
| Thriller writer (4,7) | ||
| Writer from Thunderer edited lines | The Telegraph Toughie | 12 Aug 2016 |
| British whodunit author | Newsday | 25 May 2016 |
| Insp. Wexford's creator | ||
| Inspector Wexford's creator |