Gunfire erupted in the early morning hours in the Oxford town square. Detective David Anderson, wounded in the fight, was rushed to Baptist Memorial hospital while a suspect in the death of Purity Knight was taken into custody.

Ed Pierce, killer

Victoria Phelps, killer's girlfriend

• Murder Suspect Arrested Late breaking developments in the Purity Knight case. Gunfire erupts in the early morning hours Friday in the Oxford town square.
• Inventory of Suspect's Possessions During a preliminary search of the suspect's home the following items were found:
• Edward Pierce's Journal At the time of his arrest, Pierce's journals were located at his home, in a sealed envelope, addressed to the National Star. It is suggested you print this multi-page document, rather than view online.
• Note from Edward Pierce to David Anderson Detective David Anderson received the following letter Thursday, Sept. 4, hours before the arrest of Pierce. The note had been hand-delivered and nailed to Anderson's front door.
• Armstrong Speaks About the Next Case Detective Armstrong wraps up the Knight case and prepares for the next investigation.

• Officers Affidavit, Lists suspect's occupation and work experience and also the probable cause for the warrant.
• Application for the Warrant, Once the judge signs this the police have ten days to issue the warrant.
• Judge's Command, Lists everything that is to be searched and the areas to be search. It also commands the officer(s) to return the belongs, or person(s) back to the court.
• Search Warrant, A copy of this document is always left with the person or place to be searched.
• The Return, A list of all things removed during the course of the investigation. It is cataloged as evidence and marked for return.