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Synopsis
In the gripping episode Lady in Distress from the classic radio series Suspense, a woman finds herself in a precarious situation after picking up a hitchhiker who has just escaped from prison. The rain pours down heavily, creating a tense atmosphere as she waits for a ride, her mind racing with worry. When she finally spots the hitchhiker, he appears soaked and desperate, and she feels a mix of sympathy and caution as she offers him a lift. The man, young and somewhat nervous, introduces himself, but his evasiveness raises her suspicions.
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