I Saw Mommy Killing Santa Claus

The owner of Tidewater's Toys. Elmer used to work for Yul until they had an argument and Elmer took his talents to Lacy's. Tidewater's sales immediately took a dip. 

Christmas tree lot owner and the mother of five. Last year, Elmer promised that Santa would bring her brood everything they asked for. When the presents didn't materialize, Mary's Christmas turned chilly. 

The former Santa at Lacy's. When Kip was replaced last year by Elmer, Kip got a job as the Santa at Kimble's Department Store, located directly across the street. 

Seamstress and costume maker. She supplies all of the stores in the area with Christmas costumes for Santa and his elves. Elmer asked for some unusual alterations to his Santa suit.  

The photographer at Lacy's. During the Christmas season, he takes photos of children sitting with Santa and sells the prints to proud parents.

Chemistry teacher and Elmer's high school sweetheart. He left her standing at the altar on Christmas Eve many years ago. She's never forgotten it.

Escaped conman. (Only in the 10-suspect version.) With his record of criminal activity, what does he know about Elmer? 

Public relations person for Lacy's. (Only in the 10-suspect version.) What would she do if a scandal was uncovered at the department store?  

Security guard at Lacy's. (Only in the 10-suspect version.) Why is so much merchandise disappearing off the shelves? Could Rusty's job be in jeopardy?

Owner of Kimble's Department Store. (Only in the 10-suspect version.) Her store is right across the street and is losing business to Lacy's. What would she do to quiet the competition? 

(Optional Facilitator role.) She will take charge of the murder investigation.