The Big Story: The Case of the Cautious Killer (EP5012)

Today’s Mystery:Freshly hired cub reporter Ed Neumeier expects to spend his first day covering routine local stories while the veteran reporters chase a sensational double murder. Instead, a chance encounter with a nervous stranger thrusts the inexperienced reporter into the biggest story of his young career.Original Radio Broadcast: March 14, 1951Originating from New YorkStarring Russell Thorson as Ed NeumeierAlso featuring Melba Rae, Amzie Strickland, Chet Stratton, William Keene, and Joe HelgesonBased on the reporting of Ed Neumeier of the Humboldt TimesSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Glenn, Patreon supporter since March 2025Support the show on a one-time basis at support.greatdetectives.netMail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at instagram.com/greatdetectivesBecome one of our friends on Facebook at facebook.com/radiodetectivesFollow us on Twitter/X at twitter.com/radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.