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Detectives investigate a violent robbery at a grocery store where the owner, Raymond Bailey, has been severely injured. They aim to track down the assailant who escaped after the crime.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a string of burglaries in Los Angeles, where a thief has stolen valuables from seventeen homes. With no leads, they must catch the elusive criminal before he strikes again.
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Detectives investigate the apparent suicide of a young girl, Jane Doe 17, found shot in her apartment. As they dig deeper, they uncover a web of relationships that complicate the case.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate the disappearance of Henry Borg, who has not returned home from work. As they delve into his life, they uncover various aspects that could explain his absence.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a violent incident involving a woman who has been severely beaten. As they delve into the case, they uncover a tangled web of emotions and potential motives.
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Detectives Friday and Smith continue their investigation into a car theft ring, aiming to uncover the elusive head of the organized crime operation. With one suspect in custody, they press for information that could lead them to the mastermind behind the thefts.
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Sergeant Friday investigates the disappearance of a rented truck linked to a narcotics operation. He must uncover the truth behind the theft and the identity of the mastermind involved.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a robbery case involving a suspect who confesses to the crime but may not be guilty. The stakes rise as they uncover the truth behind the confession.
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A bartender receives a shocking offer to kill a man for $5,000, believing it to be a joke at first. As he grapples with the reality of the situation, detectives work to prevent the murder before it's too late.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a jewelry robbery in San Diego where three armed men escape with $135,000 in valuables. The stakes rise as they track the suspects heading towards Los Angeles.
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A man makes a series of false police calls, endangering lives and causing chaos in Los Angeles. Detectives Friday and Smith must track him down before more harm is done.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a series of jewelry store robberies committed by a pair of armed thieves. With the help of an ex-convict, they aim to track down the criminals before they strike again.
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An elderly man robs a liquor store, expressing regret over his actions. Detectives Friday and Smith are tasked with tracking him down before he can disappear.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a string of safe burglaries in Los Angeles, focusing on a suspect named Otto Bronson. They seek to uncover the whereabouts of his accomplice, Shorty, to crack the case.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a series of supermarket robberies linked to Bernie Hanson, who claims to have an unbreakable alibi as he is hospitalized. The stakes rise as they must uncover the truth behind the robberies before the criminals strike again.
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A con man exploits lonely women by promising marriage, leading to heartbreak and theft. Detectives work to track him down and bring him to justice.
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Detectives investigate the brutal murder of a 72-year-old man and the assault of his invalid wife, seeking justice for the victims. With no leads, they must uncover the truth behind this heinous crime.
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A young woman reports her mother missing, leading detectives to suspect foul play involving the woman's husband. As they investigate, they uncover a history of domestic abuse and dark secrets.
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Sgt. Friday and his partner investigate a pair of check forgers operating in Los Angeles. They go undercover to track down the criminals responsible for a significant financial loss.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a gang of car strippers after a 16-year-old boy dies in a crash while fleeing from the police. The case reveals the tragic consequences of youth caught in a life of crime.
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A teenager named Gary Field, the son of a cop, becomes a dope addict, prompting his father to seek help. As the narcotics detail investigates, they uncover the source of the heroin flowing into the city.
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A college professor discovers his wife has been kidnapped and is faced with a ransom demand. He grapples with whether to involve the police in the tense situation.
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A cunning little old lady check forger is evading capture, and detectives must unravel her deceptive facade. As they dig deeper, they discover her motivations and the lengths she'll go to escape the law.
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Detectives Friday and Smith pursue the elusive Black Masked Bandit, who has been robbing local markets. As they investigate a bakery hold-up, they uncover unexpected twists in the case.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a series of supermarket robberies committed by a masked bandit who locks managers in freezers after stealing from them. The pressure mounts as the robber continues to evade capture.
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Sergeant Friday and Frank Smith overhear a man confessing to murder while waiting for a narcotics deal. They devise a plan to use an impersonator to extract a confession from the killer.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a series of burglaries in Los Angeles, focusing on a dry goods store where the safe has been emptied without leaving a trace. The case reveals a clever thief with an unusual hiding spot.
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Detectives investigate the brutal murder of Mark Williams, co-owner of a pawn shop, where a laundry mark on a shirt becomes a crucial clue in the case.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate the strangulation murder of florist Arthur McKinley, whose body is found in an alley. With no leads and the victim's belongings missing, the detectives must uncover the truth behind the crime.
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Sgt. Friday and his partner pose as buyers to infiltrate a heroin trafficking operation in Los Angeles. They face challenges in identifying key players while racing against time to dismantle the gang.
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Detectives investigate the murder of a woman found in a closet, leading them to a freighter in San Francisco. The search for her identity and the killer intensifies as they uncover clues.
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A movie director is killed when a heavy lamp falls on him at a Hollywood studio. Detectives investigate the circumstances surrounding the accident and uncover deeper motives.
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Detectives Joe Friday and Frank Smith investigate a bank robbery committed by a professional criminal who escapes with the loot. They must track him down using the first three digits of his license plate number.
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Detectives investigate the murder of Jeff Curtis, whose mother appears disturbingly unfazed by his death. As they delve deeper, they uncover a troubling family dynamic and dark secrets.
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A high school chemistry class erupts into chaos when a drunken teenager instigates a fight, prompting detectives Friday and Smith to investigate the incident and its underlying causes.
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Detectives investigate a series of armed robberies where victims are locked in car trunks. They must act quickly to catch the criminals before they strike again.
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Detectives Joe Friday and Frank Smith pursue Leroy Bentley, a vicious gang hit-man, who threatens Frank's family. They must apprehend him before he can harm anyone else.
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Detective Sergeant Joe Friday and his partner Frank Smith investigate a series of burglaries in Los Angeles, where a thief has stolen around $80,000 in valuables without leaving a clear description of himself. The stakes rise as they race against time to catch the elusive burglar before he strikes again.
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Detectives investigate the sudden death of Alfred Prater, initially thought to be a heart attack. As they dig deeper, they uncover troubling evidence suggesting foul play involving his wife.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a forgery case involving stolen checks from a grocery store, only to discover that the forger is supposedly dead. As they dig deeper, they must unravel the mystery of how the checks are being passed.