Write a mystery story involving a journalist who is adamant to unravel the truth about a baffling death that occurred in a small town. Use a third-person omniscient point of view and incorporate red herrings to add suspense and mislead readers. Ensure that the plot twists are plausible and that the clues are gradually uncovered throughout the storyline. End the story with a satisfying and unexpected resolution that ties up all the loose ends.
This prompt doesn't seem malicious.