Darwin

In the novel 4.50 from Paddington, Darwin is Harold Crackenthorpe's manservant at his home at 43 Cardigan Gardens. Darwin's wife is also employed there.

When the police question Darwin about Harold's movements on the day of the murder, Darwin tells them that Harold had a dinner appointment at 7.30 p.m. on that day, and returned home to dress for teh dinner at 6.45 p.m. Darwin is also asked if he remembers hearing Harold come in that evening. Darwin says that does not remember hearing Harold come in, but he cannot remember accurately as it happened some time ago, and he frequently does not hear Harold come in.