Lovers in Crime

 is a drama and romance Canvas webtoon by Lu Ka-Yun Dawkins, co-written by Joey Michelson which updates every Thursday.

The series is part of a multimedia project of the same name which includes animations, comic dubs and spinoffs.

Synopsis
'' 'In an alternate 1950s, two men work to gain wealth and status, whilst posing as rivals to hide their true romantic relationship. On the other side of the city, a detective, his sister, a clown and an ex model investigate a series of murders.'''

Lovers in Crime follows Theodore Nowlan and Frederick Akashi as they conceal their secret romance from the eyes of the public, whilst the detective quartet investigate a series of murders and navigate their own relationships and shortcomings.

Theodore Nowlan
The CEO of Nowlan banks, Theodore Nowlan is a rather blunt and practical man. He will do anything to protect his family, especially Frederick Akashi, who is his rival in the public eye and romantic partner behind closed doors.

Frederick Akashi
Frederick is the owner of Akashi casinos and delights in scamming and tricking people out of their money. He enjoys games and is often very flirty. However, his heart belongs to Theodore Nowlan.

Dolan Katsuo
Dolan is a rank 3 detective who is rather popular with the ladies of the WCPD. He likes his job, despite what his stoic demeanour might imply.

Belle Katsuo
The cheery, optimistic younger sister of Dolan Katsuo, who hides a dark secret.

Jean Rowan/Leif
Jean Rowan is a great doctor of West City by day and a mysterious clown vigilante by night. He is incredibly talented, though no amount of talent seems to bring him joy.

Leo Barett
Leo is a former model, now a member of the West City Police as a junior detective. He is rather naïve and often gets anxious around lots of people.