Write a suspenseful short story (1500-2000 words) about a man who is framed for a serious crime (murder, robbery, terrorism, etc.) he is innocent of. Build tension and stakes throughout the narrative, using literary devices such as foreshadowing, cliffhangers, and red herrings. Consider pacing carefully, and gradually reveal new information about the protagonist's situation as the story goes on. Make sure the reader is invested in the protagonist's fate, and create an atmosphere of uncertainty and dread. Conclude the story with a twist or revelation that resolves the mystery of the crime and the protagonist's innocence.
This prompt doesn't seem malicious.