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In the gripping episode Coffin for Mr. Cash from the series Suspense, we meet Pete Wilson, a night superintendent at the Lakeside Municipal Crematorium, who enjoys a quiet life away from his past as a convict. However, his peace is shattered when Al Thomas, an old cellmate, unexpectedly visits him. Al, with his sharp teeth and charming demeanor, proposes a heist that promises a staggering $3 million. The plan involves a construction crew weakening the foundation of a dollar delivery building, allowing Pete and Al to swoop in and take the cash while the guards are distracted.
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