That's what I like about Paul Hanlon. In that final scene he says to Columbo "Wait a minute - you don't seriously expect me to say anything NOW, do you?"
That's such a sensible thing to say in a scene like that.
I am most willing to respond to this question, but will only do so offline and privately so as not to continue to provide the other 'Bryce' more opportunities to steer the topic off point. If you would be willing to provide your contact address, I will respond, and perhaps, we might be able to have a healthy discussion.