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EPISODE · Oct 19, 2025 · 30 MIN

Dragnet: Three Guns, Three Killers, One Deadly Connection: A Classic Dragnet Mystery

from Radio Archeaology · host Dragnet

This 1949 Dragnet episode showcases the dangers police officers face and the methodical detective work that brings criminals to justice. Featuring Sergeants Joe Friday and Ben Romero as they investigate a shocking case where two police officers are gunned down outside the Trap Door Cafe, using cutting-edge 1940s technology and brilliant deduction. Detectives use IBM punch cards and ballistics analysis to trace a .44 Smith & Wesson through multiple shootings, showcasing the primitive but effective crime-solving technology of the era. Episode Quotes:"If these two guys would gun a couple of armed police officers, do you think they'd hesitate to shoot you the unarmed citizen?" - Sergeant Friday"So far what we've got is mostly unrelated facts, but sooner or later, those facts have all got to tie in at some point along the line. Find that point." - Chief BackstrandMore Podcasts! You'll find all episodes of The PULSE Podcast on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, iHeart, TikTok and YouTube podcasts, as well as ThePULSECommunity.ca.Check out Skookum Kid's Stories on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, iHeart, and YouTube Podcasts, as well at SkookumKids.com.Special Thanks to Our Sponsor Windsor Plywood French Creek for supporting ThePulseCommunity.ca. Visit them online or call 250-752-3122.Sign up for our weekly newsletter of new podcast releases and contests!#Dragnet, #ClassicRadio, #TrueCrime, #VintageRadio, #RadioDrama, #ThePulsePodcast, #ThePulseCommunity

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