In a chilling crime spree, a gang of ruthless bandits target army officers hitchhiking in Los Angeles. Sergeant Joe Friday and his partner Ben Romero face a race against time to track down the criminals before their violence escalates. Follow the gripping investigation that uncovers stolen goods, violent assaults, and a relentless thirst for justice. Originally aired: April 13, 1950.

Cast: Jack Webb, Barton Yarborough, Raymond Burr, Harry Bartell, Virginia Gregg

Tags: Dragnet, hitchhikebandits, LAPD, noir, thriller, truecrime, justice, investigation, robbery, assault, murder, crime, armyofficers, detectives, 1950s, LosAngeles