Cover: Jeff Shultz & Henry Scarpelli

Veronica #123

Apr 2002 · Archie · 1.99 USD; 2.39 CAD

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In "Stakeout at Lodge Mansion Part 1," the sleepy town of Riverdale takes a turn toward the dramatic when the police suspect a serial robber is targeting the Lodge family. With the mansion under surveillance, a team of officers disguises themselves as servants to catch the culprit in the act. Written and illustrated by Dan Parent, with inks by Jim Amash, colors by Barry Grossman, and letters by Bill Yoshida, this 2002 issue brings a classic Archie-style mystery to life. The cover, by Jeff Shultz and Henry Scarpelli, captures the tension with a sharp, stylish glimpse into the night’s unfolding drama.

Contains 5 stories

Stakeout at Lodge Mansion Part 1

6 pp · Humor, Teen

Officer SternOfficer Hanley

When the Lodges become the latest victims of a neighborhood serial robber, Officers Stern and Hanley take on a new kind of undercover gig—posing as their servants to catch the culprit. With the mansion on lockdown and the stakes higher than a prank gone wrong, the two officers must keep their cover while navigating the strange routines of high-society housekeeping.

Stakeout at Lodge Mansion Part 2

5 pp · Humor, Teen

Officer SternOfficer Hanley

Veronica’s forced stay at Betty’s house takes a turn when the thief’s trail leads straight to the Lodge Mansion, turning a quiet night into a high-stakes game of cat and mouse. With Officer Stern and Officer Hanley on the case, the tension mounts as they try to outwit a clever intruder who’s not just after jewels—but something far more personal.

Shopper Comes a Cropper

1 pp · Humor, Teen

Career Girl

5 pp · Humor, Teen

Harriet Burble (a guidance counselor)

That Does Not Compute

5 pp · Humor, Teen

Iris (a small robot)

When Mr. Lodge gifts Veronica a tiny robot designed to record personalities, she’s intrigued—until the machine starts mimicking her down to the last quirk. Now, the robot’s not just copying her behavior; it’s becoming her, and that’s the last thing she needs.