The Beast Must Die

In Suspense #100, “The Beast Must Die,” a grieving crime writer named Frank Hargrove embarks on a chilling journey of vengeance after the hit-and-run death of his young son. Determined to find the killer, Frank assumes a false identity and infiltrates the suspect’s circle, meticulously documenting his intentions in a diary. As he plays a dangerous game of deception, the lines between justice and obsession blur, culminating in a deadly confrontation. This psychological thriller explores grief, guilt, and the human capacity for retribution. Originally aired: July 13, 1944.   Cast: Herbert Marshall, Lurene Tuttle, William Johnstone, Wally Maher, Joseph Kearns   Tags: Suspense, thriller, revenge, drama, crime, mystery, psychological, noir, radio, 1940s, detective, HerbertMarshall, oldtimeradio, hitandrun, grief, murder, identity, deception, retribution, classic