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Synopsis
In Dragnet, the story unfolds with detectives Joe Friday and Ben Romero assigned to the robbery detail in Los Angeles. They are faced with a daunting task: a well-dressed bandit has been terrorizing food markets across the city, committing a total of fifteen robberies in just four months. The urgency of the situation is palpable as the detectives work tirelessly to put an end to the crime spree. The bandit is described as armed and dangerous, making their job even more critical.
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