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In The Big Bull, detectives Joe Friday and Frank Smith are deep into a case involving a gang responsible for a string of armed robberies in Los Angeles. They have successfully rounded up most of the gang members, but the most dangerous of them all, Leroy Bentley, remains at large. Known for his viciousness, Bentley has a reputation for brutally attacking his victims, making him a significant threat to the community. As the detectives work diligently to track him down, they receive alarming news that Bentley has threatened Frank's family, adding a personal stake to their investigation.
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