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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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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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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 poisoning of two Marines in a cheap hotel, suspecting foul play. The case leads them to a troubled individual with a vendetta against the military.
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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.
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An elderly diamond salesman is brutally robbed of a fortune in unset diamonds, and detectives must track down the thief before he disappears for good.
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Detectives investigate a violent restaurant robbery where the owner is severely beaten and a diamond signet ring is stolen. They must track down the remaining suspect before he can escape justice.
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Detective Friday investigates the mysterious death of Elizabeth Hoffman, found dead in a boxcar with Gordon Miller, who is uncooperative and in shock. The case unfolds as they seek to uncover the truth behind her death.
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On a tragic Fourth of July weekend, Sergeant Joe Friday and his partner investigate a horrific car accident involving four teenagers. As they uncover the events leading to the crash, they confront the grim realities of reckless driving and its consequences.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a narcotics case involving a steady supply of high-grade heroin in Los Angeles. They face challenges in extracting information from a suspect who is reluctant to cooperate.
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A woman is found dead in a vacant lot, and the investigation leads to a man named Leo, who has connections to the victim. Detectives must unravel the mystery surrounding her death and the evidence of chloroform poisoning.
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A baby is stolen from its mother, marking the third case of child theft in a short span. Detectives work urgently to uncover the identity of the suspect and prevent further incidents.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate an extortion racket involving a man impersonating a police officer. The stakes rise as they uncover the suspect's connection to local gamblers.
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A mail truck is robbed in Los Angeles, leading detectives to investigate the theft of twenty-eight sacks of registered mail. A crucial clue emerges from a $20 bill that helps unravel the case.
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Detectives suspect Ralph McKinley in a series of safe burglaries after a drawing leads them to investigate his activities. The stakes rise as they work to uncover the truth behind the crimes.
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A seven-week-old baby is abandoned at a Los Angeles bus station, prompting detectives to search for the mother. The case raises questions about the woman's well-being and the circumstances surrounding her disappearance.
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Detectives investigate the shooting of Wally Radford, critically wounded in a residential neighborhood. They must track down the assailant, who turns out to be his wife.
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Rose Baker disappears, leaving her four children and sister behind. Detectives investigate potential foul play as they uncover a web of deceit and family conflict.