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[Shot in the Dark] Hot lead or red herring?

[Shot in the Dark] Hot lead or red herring?

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‍www.crimescene.com  |   July 19 2024 

Hello, Officer  

With a confession in hand, Detectives Murphy and Parker should be well on their way to closing this case.

But does this new video evidence raise doubt about that admission?

If so, where should the detectives look next?

Examine the evidence and share your thoughts in the comments.

Tip: Want to catch up on what's happened so far? Check out the Shot in the Dark recap.

Coming up … does the motive for Monica's murder reach all the way to Washington, D.C.?

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Security video

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YCSD investigators located video of a person of interest at the time of the murder.


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Kenzie Walker interview

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Kenzie Walker reportedly was with Melvin Roberts shortly after Monica Drum was killed.


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Jessica Shaffer bio

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Investigators researched the background of Jessica Shaffer, named as a beneficiary of Monica's will.


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Ballistics analysis

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The lab analyzed evidence collected from the crime scene and from Mr. Roberts.


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Rick Hughes pens letter

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Rick Hughes addresses the community about his involvement in the Monica Drum murder.


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Melvin Roberts evaluation

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The county mental health service evaluated Melvin Roberts at the sheriff's department's request.


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Rick Hughes interview

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Rick Hughes contacted the detectives and agreed to come in for an interview.


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Rick Hughes bio

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Rick joined the Eagle staff after earning a master's in journalism from Ole Miss.


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Coroner's preliminary report

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Preliminary report on the autopsy of Monica Drum. Additional analyses are ongoing.


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Frannie Grace interview

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The detectives asked the Oxford Eagle janitor what she witnessed the night Monica was shot.


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Preliminary forensic analysis

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The lab provided their preliminary findings on evidence recovered from the crime scene.


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Frank Knight interview

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The detectives asked Mr. Knight about his involvement in Rep. Hagen's relationship with Monica Drum.


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