Racket Squad: Desperate Money (Video Theater 272)

Video Theater – The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

English - May 28, 2024 04:00 - 29 minutes - 194 MB Video - ★★★★ - 85 ratings
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In this gripping episode, Captain Braddock (Reed Hadley) unveil the treacherous world of illegal money lending through the harrowing tale of Carl Miller, a hardworking tailor ensnared by desperation and deceit. As Captain Braddock of the racket squad narrates, we witness the perils of "Desperate Money" and the dark underbelly of loan sharking. This real-life story, plucked from the case files of law enforcement, serves as a stark warning against the siren call of easy money and the ruthless predators lying in wait.

Season 2, Episode 21

Original Air Date: January 24, 1952