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Detectives Joe Friday and Frank Smith investigate a series of burglaries in Los Angeles, focusing on a thief who only steals petty cash and leaves behind milk bottles. They suspect a juvenile may be involved as they follow the clues.
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Detectives investigate the disappearance of nine-year-old Stanley Johnstone, suspected to be a victim of foul play. As they search for clues, the case takes a tragic turn involving a gun accident.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a homicide after a body is discovered in a motel room. As they delve into the victim's life, they uncover a web of deceit and betrayal.
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Detectives Friday and Smith prepare for the arrival of the dangerous Merton brothers, who are armed robbers and drug users. The stakes rise as they race against time to prevent the brothers from committing more crimes in Los Angeles.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate the stabbing death of a night watchman at an appliance store, uncovering a web of relationships and motives as they search for the killer.
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Detectives Friday and Smith respond to a burglary in progress at a drugstore, where they encounter a wounded thief who has just escaped after committing a violent crime.
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A woman posing as a housemaid steals valuables from homes in Los Angeles, claiming she is teaching her employers a lesson about trust. Detectives Joe Friday and Frank Smith are tasked with stopping her before she can cause more damage.
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A police sergeant faces accusations of accepting bribes to secure a prisoner's release. The investigation reveals a con artist exploiting the situation for personal gain.
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A teenage boy is caught stealing food and books, prompting detectives to investigate his troubled background and motivations. The case reveals deeper issues of homelessness and the desire for education.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a robbery at a delicatessen where the thief left a note demanding money. The case escalates as they uncover the suspect's identity and motives.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a jewelry store burglary linked to a man with a cut foot. They uncover a larger robbery plan involving a dangerous criminal.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a reported burglary by an elderly woman, Miss Dunbetter, who claims a man stole $300 from her apartment. As they delve into the case, they uncover unexpected details about her story.
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A dangerous bank robber is cornered in a house, and the police must find a way to apprehend him without further bloodshed. Tensions rise as they prepare for a standoff with the armed suspect.
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A teenage boy is found critically injured in an alley, and detectives must navigate the reluctance of witnesses to uncover the truth behind the stabbing. The investigation reveals the complexities of youth and loyalty in a dangerous environment.
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A two-year-old girl is brought to the hospital in critical condition, and detectives investigate her mysterious poisoning while searching for her missing mother. The case reveals troubling truths about family and responsibility.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a rise in auto thefts linked to an organized gang. They seek to uncover the thieves' methods and connections before more cars disappear.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a series of hotel robberies involving a bandit armed with a sawed-off shotgun. They must gather clues and track down the suspect before he strikes again.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate the murder of Arthur McNeil, who is found shot in a rundown hotel. With no apparent motive or leads, they must uncover the truth behind the killing.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a series of robberies linked to two holdup men in Los Angeles. They gather evidence and witness accounts to track down the suspects responsible for the crime wave.
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In The Big Father, detectives investigate a series of burglaries in the Silver Lake district, where a thief poses as an electric company worker. The stakes rise as they uncover the connection between the burglaries and a recent assault on an elderly woman.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a surge of drug-related crimes among juveniles in Los Angeles. They go undercover to uncover the source of heroin flooding the streets.
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Detectives Friday and Smith respond to a liquor store shooting where the owner is found dead. They investigate the circumstances surrounding the crime and the suspects involved.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a series of burglaries in new housing developments where the thief kills pet birds. As the case unfolds, they race against time to catch the perpetrator before more families are affected.
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Detectives Joe Friday and Frank Smith investigate a liquor store robbery that ends in murder. They must gather evidence and witness testimonies to catch the armed suspect terrorizing the city.
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Sgt. Friday and his partner investigate a strong arm bandit who has been terrorizing the downtown area, breaking a woman's arm in the process. They must gather evidence and catch the criminal before he strikes again.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate the kidnapping and robbery of Mrs. Alston, who provides crucial details about her assailants. The case hinges on a unique clue left behind at the crime scene.
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A woman reports her sister Margaret Shayne missing, suspecting her brother-in-law of foul play. Detectives Friday and Smith investigate the case, uncovering bloodstains and a troubling family dynamic.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a flower shop robbery where two men are shot, but the bodies mysteriously disappear. They must unravel the truth behind the crime and find the missing suspects.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate the murder of George Pilsen, found beaten to death in his home. As they delve into the case, they uncover a web of deception involving his wife and a potential lover.
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An elderly man threatens his neighborhood with a shotgun, seeking revenge for the poisoning of his beloved dog. Detectives Friday and Smith must intervene before the situation escalates further.
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Detectives investigate the disappearance of Jason Helmer, who is reported missing by his wife. The case takes a dark turn when they discover a murder linked to his drinking companion, Fredrick Madison.
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Ethel Cabot is missing, and her husband fears she has been kidnapped. Detectives Friday and Smith investigate the case, uncovering clues that lead them deeper into a web of uncertainty.
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Detective Sergeant Joe Friday and his partner Frank Smith investigate a robbery at the Royal Bar and Grill where a couple is shot. They must track down the remaining members of a dangerous gang before more violence occurs.
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Detectives investigate the apparent suicide of Carl Hamlin, but the circumstances surrounding his death raise suspicions of foul play.
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A jewelry store is robbed of $5,000 worth of watches, and the detectives investigate the peculiar circumstances surrounding the crime, including a bloody footprint left behind by the burglar.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate the disappearance of a divorcee, uncovering evidence of foul play and a tangled love life. As they delve deeper, they find themselves racing against time to solve the case before it's too late.
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In Dragnet's episode 'The Big Office', detectives Friday and Smith handle a variety of crimes in the business office during a hot night in Los Angeles. They face the challenge of managing numerous cases with limited information and resources.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a series of burglaries linked to a gang operating in Los Angeles. They confront a suspect, Jed Nagel, who claims innocence despite having a troubled past.
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A teenager named John Coulter walks into the police station seeking help to overcome his heroin addiction. Detectives Friday and Smith work to uncover a narcotics ring supplying drugs to local youth.
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Detectives Friday and Smith investigate the shooting of Matthew Denton, who is found critically injured on a street corner. With no apparent motive or leads, they must unravel the mystery behind his death.