Snape as the one who won't return (Was: In Defense of Snape (VERY long)

[esmith222002]

No: HPFGUIDX 122602


Slightly more 'out there' theory, but could Snape be impersonating 
Barty Crouch Jr?

I don't remember any canon that would indicate LV being aware that 
Crouch was caught and the Dementor's kiss administered. 
1. A quick PolyJuice potion and Snape would be ready. In fact I'm 
sure DD went to see Crouch after the kiss had been given (was he 
getting some of Barty's hair??)
2. As LV's most trusted servant, Snape would be in a fantastic 
position to spy on his old master.
3. Snape is good enough at Occlumency to have deluded LV before

One huge problem though is that I could not see Fudge keeping his 
mouth shut about it!!