Question

Why did the intruder want to impersonate Gerrard? Was he successful in it?

Answer 1

Intruder wanted to impersonate Gerrard to obtain his control over Gerrard's property,money & everything.He wanted to become rich.So he dressed up as Gerrard with a long overcoat,spectacles,false moustache,etc.But as Gerrard was clever,he failed in his plan.Means Gerrard told him that he would accompany him in his plan to go to the garage.But instead,Gerrard pushed Intruder inside his dark cupboard & locked it.

Answer 2

Gerrard looks much like the intruder. The intruder is a murderer. The police is after him. He hopes he can easily impersonate Gerrard escape being caught.