Missing Persons - Juanita Lasky

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Missing Persons - Juanita Lasky

Dragnet • Episode 8

30 minutes

Part of a 79-episode series

Episode Description

When a young woman mysteriously vanishes from her Los Angeles hotel, Sergeant Joe Friday and Ben Romero launch a relentless search that takes them through the city and beyond. With only fragments of information, the detectives follow a trail of clues that ultimately leads to an unexpected and emotional Christmas Eve reunion. Discover this poignant story of perseverance, family, and hope. Originally aired: July 28, 1949. Cast: Jack Webb, Barton Yarborough, Raymond Burr, Virginia Gregg, Harry Bartell

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Dragnet

Dragnet is one of the most iconic old-time radio detective dramas ever produced, following the methodical, no-nonsense investigations of Sgt. Joe Friday and the Los Angeles Police Department. Known for its realistic storytelling, authentic police procedures, and gripping cases “ripped from the files,” the series set the standard for true-crime entertainment long before modern TV crime shows existed. Each episode delivers tense interrogations, atmospheric sound design, and grounded drama that pulls listeners straight into the heart of mid-century law enforcement. Perfect for classic radio fans, true-crime enthusiasts, and anyone who loves tightly written mysteries, Dragnet remains a landmark series that shaped the entire crime-drama genre.

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