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[Shot in the Dark] Truth or consequences?

[Shot in the Dark] Truth or consequences?

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Shot in the Dark

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‍www.crimescene.com  |   July 26 2024 

Hello, Officer  

Is Rick telling the straight story about where he's been since Monica was killed? And about what happened to his knuckles?

Or is he hiding something that he doesn't want to answer for?

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 a still-unaccounted-for person of interest know something that could break the case wide open?

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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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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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Coroner's preliminary report

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


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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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Preliminary forensic analysis

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


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PI talks to the wife

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PI Anderson had an informal conversation with the wife of a person of interest.


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Search – Rick Hughes

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The detectives searched Rick's residence for evidence related to the murder of Monica Drum.


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Patricia Hagen interview

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The detectives asked Mrs. Hagen about her husband's alleged gambling and other possible crimes.


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Patricia Hagen bio

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A former professor, Patricia left her job to support her husband’s political career.


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PI locates person of interest

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Det. Armstrong's old partner tracked down a former Eagle employee they've been looking for.


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Soil analysis

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The lab conducted additional analyses of the soil samples found at the crime scene.


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