The Investigators

S2 Ep48: The Giant Killer


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Todd sits down to have a conversation with retired Aventura PD officer David Yuzuk about his documentary and book The Giant Killer. It tells the incredible story of Richard Flaherty. David met Richard, who was heels in Aventura, FL by showing him kindness which led to a friendship. Shortly before Richard was killed in a hit-and-run, he shared his story with David. An unbelievable story that ended up being true. Richard, standing only 4'9" became the shortest person to serve in the US military. Not only that, he served during the Vietnam War and became a Captain in the Green Berets who was awarded two Purple Hearts, two bronze stars and a silver star. He also participated in a huge ATF undercover operation that caught two Green Beret Sergeants stealing and trading weapons and explosives for cocaine. This is just the tip of the iceberg, so get ready because...HERE WE GO!
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