What happened?

The Yoknapatawpha County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the unexplained death of orderly Jerry Shaw. His body was found behind the Yoknapatawpha Acres nursing home where he worked.

Shaw, 31, had no significant injuries apparent at the scene. An autopsy is scheduled to determine the cause of death.

Where do you start?

To begin your investigation, click the Start Case button above to view the case files from Day 1.

Detective’s Tip: This is a chronological summary of the case without spoilers. It updates as you progress.

What's happened so far?

Investigation Day 1

Emergency Services received a 911 call reporting a deceased male behind the Yoknapatawpha Acres nursing home. The victim was identified at the scene as Jerry Shaw, an employee of the nursing home.

While detectives were still working the scene, the Oxford Weekly Planet’s Crime Beat was breaking the news.

After examining the scene, Detectives Armstrong and Murphy returned to the station to talk with the woman who found the body, someone they’d met before.

Detective’s Tip: Review police reports, forensics, and more to assess where the evidence leads.