Answer: sleuthed

AnswerCrossword Clue
SLEUTHEDPlayed the hawkshaw
SLEUTHEDDid a Nancy Drew
SLEUTHEDGumshoed around.
SLEUTHEDDid detective work.
SLEUTHEDDid some digging around
SLEUTHEDDid detective work
sleuthedInvestigate (someone or something)
sleuthedCarry out a search or investigation in the manner of a detective
sleuthedSLEUTH, to act as a detective