Official Detective - Informer

Summary

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Harold's Old Time Radio

Episode: Official Detective – "Informer"

Date: July 24, 2026
Host: Harold's Old Time Radio
Original Broadcast: Golden Age of Radio drama

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Episode Overview

This episode presents the classic radio drama "Official Detective – Informer," delivering a suspenseful story from the era when families gathered around the radio for crime stories and detective adventures. The plot focuses on the dangerous world of crime informants, the choices they make, and the risks they face, filtered through the lens of 1950s police procedural storytelling.

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Key Discussion Points & Story Breakdown

1. Setting the Scene: The Informer’s Dilemma

• [02:16] Lieutenant Dan Brett introduces the anonymous tipster theme:
  • “If there’s anything the criminal hates more than a cop, it’s an informer. But the squealer takes his chances. On one side of the scales is the money he’ll receive for his information. On the other, his life.”
• Tone: Tense, morally ambiguous, highlighting the peril that comes from betraying criminal cohorts.

2. The Heist and the Betrayal

• [02:44–05:06] Pete, Chris, and Manny divvy up loot from a violent currency exchange heist.
  • Pete feels cheated out of his share; Chris and Manny justify, claiming they took bigger risks.
  • Quote (Chris): “For your part in the act, you get 100 G's. The rest goes to me and Manny.” [02:51]
  • Pete’s discontent sows seeds of betrayal.

3. The Reporter’s Gambit: Wendy Clark’s Involvement

• [05:06] Introduction of Wendy Clark, an intrepid crime reporter eager for leads.
  • Relationship between Wendy and Lt. Brett is professional, with mutual respect.
• [06:03–08:47] Pete approaches Wendy, hoping to barter information for immunity and reward:
  • Pete: “I’d like to get that dough.” [06:44] (referring to the reward)
  • Wendy is cautious but intrigued; Pete wants assurances of a lighter sentence and the reward.
• Memorable exchange:
  • Pete: “Look, Ms. Clark, you got a good rep in this town as a police reporter... Don’t let me down, will you, kid?” [08:58]
  • Wendy: “I won’t let you down.” [09:09]

4. Striking a Deal with the Law

• [10:22] Wendy brings Pete’s proposal to Lt. Brett, advocating for leniency if Pete provides enough to bring down the killers.
  • Wendy: “The point is he wants to turn informer, but he wants a deal from the DA. Right now I don’t know the district attorney that well. And you?” [10:57]
  • Lt. Brett: “I’ll see what I can do, but I can’t promise anything.” [11:55]
• Tensions rise as the police weigh the value of Pete’s information against demands for clemency.

5. Double-Cross and Tragedy

• [12:18–12:58] Chris and Manny tail Pete and learn he’s meeting Wendy.
  • Suspicions escalate; “That punk figures to cross us. I can see that much.” [12:58]
• [15:20–17:37] While Wendy is finalizing her notes and plans to hand Pete over with full documentation of his testimony, Chris and Manny burst in.
  • Chris discovers the documentation and realizes Wendy has the details to incriminate them.
• Memorable moment:
  • Chris (menacingly, to Wendy): “You’ve been working hard, haven’t you sweetheart? … It’ll never see the front page. Right Manny? Right, Chris.” [17:01]
• The scene becomes violent. Pete and Wendy are both killed, dramatically underscoring the stakes involved in turning informer.

6. Aftermath and Resolution

• [18:26–19:09] Lt. Dan Brett and his team process the crime scene.

  • “She was a fine girl, Joe.” “Yeah, I know. I’ll get the punk who did this.” [18:32–18:39]

• They discover Wendy’s charred notes—partially destroyed, but crucially one piece of carbon paper survives.

• [22:10] Lt. Brett uses the carbon copy to read Wendy's original statement, providing enough evidence to arrest Chris and Manny.

  • Lt. Brett: “But two copies mean carbon paper. That’s what you forgot to burn, Marvin. Wendy used a fresh carbon on that story. All we had to do was hold it up to a mirror and read it.” [22:11]

• [22:47] “Just because a dame’s death is part of the evidence, the rest will back it up. When I find a gun and the bag with the money, you won’t have a leg to stand on in court.” – Lt. Brett

7. Culprits Brought to Justice

• [23:01–23:16] Chris Marvin and Manny Klinger (the criminals) are arrested, closing the case.
• Lt. Brett credits Wendy's work as key evidence, her sacrifice ensuring justice is served.

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “If there’s anything the criminal hates more than a cop, it’s an informer. But the squealer takes his chances.” – Lt. Dan Brett [02:16]
• “I’d like to get that dough.” – Pete [06:44]
• “Look, Ms. Clark, you got a good rep in this town as a police reporter... Don’t let me down, will you, kid?” – Pete [08:58]
• “She was a fine girl, Joe.” – Lt. Dan Brett [18:32]
• “But two copies mean carbon paper. That’s what you forgot to burn, Marvin.” – Lt. Dan Brett [22:10]

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Timeline of Key Segments

| Timestamp | Segment | |-----------|---------------------------------------------------------------| | 02:16 | Lt. Brett on the dangers of informers | | 02:44 | The heist split and Pete’s discontent | | 05:06 | Wendy Clark’s introduction and conversation with Lt. Brett | | 06:03 | Pete begins negotiating to turn informer with Wendy | | 10:22 | Wendy broaches Pete's proposal with Lt. Brett | | 12:18 | Manny tails Pete; Chris and Manny plan retaliation | | 15:20 | Meeting at Wendy’s—violence and double-cross | | 18:26 | Aftermath—Lt. Brett vows justice for Wendy | | 20:09 | Wendy’s charred notes discovered in the fireplace | | 22:10 | Carbon copy revelation provides crucial evidence | | 23:01 | Arrests of Chris Marvin and Manny Klinger |

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Episode Tone & Style

The story is tense, morally shaded, and faithful to the hard-boiled style of mid-20th-century crime drama. Dialogue is snappy and evocative, with characters expressing grit, desperation, and, at times, tenderness—particularly in the camaraderie between Wendy and the police. The tragic loss of Wendy drives home the real risks faced by those who get involved in the dark underbelly of crime, even for noble reasons.

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For fans of Golden Age radio and crime procedurals, this episode encapsulates the era’s flair for suspenseful plotting and strong character dynamics.

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Transcript

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[Narrator/Announcer]

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[Wendy Clark]

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[Narrator/Announcer]

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[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Lieutenant Dan Britt, headquarters. If there's anything the criminal hates more than a cop, it's an informer. But the squealer takes his chances. On one side of the scales is the money he'll receive for his information. On the other, his life.

[Pete Raiden]

Go on, Pete, Pick it up. No, thanks. You sound like you mean it. I do, Manny.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Ah.

[Pete Raiden]

What's the matter, Pete? I never yet met a guy that turned his nose up at 100,000 bucks. You know what's the matter. No. We copped 500 grand on that job, Chris. 500 G's. It was supposed to be a three way split. A hundred grand ate 135. The way I figure it is, you figure wrong. Now listen and get this straight, Pete. For your part in the act, you get 100 G's. The rest goes to me and Manny. 100 grand, Pete. Now pick it up. Where's the rest? I told you, me and Manny. Right, Manny? Right. You See, Mannie ain't squawking, but I am. I thought it was supposed to be a three way split, Chris. You thought wrong. You think I'm gonna take this lying down? I don't know what you mean by that, Pete, but if you start any trouble, I'll lay you flat on your back. Right, Manny? Right. But you said. I don't care what I said. Now look, Pete, you want it straight, I'll give it to you straight. Do that, Manny and me pull that heist, no thanks to you. What do you mean? Just what I said. You were just the lookout. It was Manny and me went in the currency exchange was Manny and me did the dirty work. We shot up the guard. We took the risks. I still say knocking off that guard wasn't smart. Point is, we had to. It was him or us. So all in all, Pete, me and Manny figure we did most of the work. And that's why we're taking a bigger split. You ought to feel glad we're letting you have even a hundred grand of it. I'll take it or leave it. Okay, I'll take it. Smart. But I don't like it. Tough. I'll see you guys later. Where you going? Out. Manny, huh? I don't like his attitude. Tell him. See where he goes.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

I gotta jump. Lieutenant Brett.

[Wendy Clark]

Hello, Lieutenant. Wendy Clark.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Hi, Wendy, how are you?

[Wendy Clark]

Not bad. You?

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Oh, working as usual.

[Wendy Clark]

Anything new on that currency exchange robbery?

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Not a thing. The guard died in the hospital. I suppose you know that.

[Wendy Clark]

Yes, I heard. Look, Lieutenant, if you do get a lead, will you give me a break on it?

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

You know you're my favorite reporter.

[Wendy Clark]

Thanks, Lieutenant.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Right. Wendy.

[Pete Raiden]

Wendy Clark.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Yeah. Nice kid.

[Pete Raiden]

Well, I suppose she was asking about the exchange robbery.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

And so is the commissioner.

[Pete Raiden]

Well, we know as much now as we knew two days ago. Which isn't much.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Something will break, Joe. It's got to.

[Pete Raiden]

Miss Clark?

[Wendy Clark]

That's right.

[Pete Raiden]

I'm the guy that called you on the phone. I figured this place was good as any to meet.

[Wendy Clark]

It's not exactly high class, but I've been here before.

[Pete Raiden]

Now listen, I. Beer. What do you have?

[Wendy Clark]

Another coffee.

[Pete Raiden]

Beer and coffee, Right.

[Wendy Clark]

What's your name?

[Pete Raiden]

Call me Pete.

[Wendy Clark]

Pete what?

[Pete Raiden]

Just Pete. Can I trust you?

[Wendy Clark]

I've come this far without getting you into trouble. Now, what's all the mystery about Pete?

[Pete Raiden]

That currency exchange jar the other day.

[Wendy Clark]

What about it?

[Pete Raiden]

I. I HEAR they're offering 25 G's reward.

[Wendy Clark]

That's right.

[Pete Raiden]

I. I'd like to get that dough.

[Wendy Clark]

Oh, easy enough. You can lead the police to the people responsible for the guard's death.

[Pete Raiden]

I can.

[Wendy Clark]

You kidding?

[Pete Raiden]

No, no, I ain't kidding.

[Wendy Clark]

Who did it?

[Pete Raiden]

Not so fast. Not so fast.

[Wendy Clark]

There's some strings attached.

[Pete Raiden]

Yeah, a few.

[Wendy Clark]

All right, I'm listening.

[Pete Raiden]

Here's the pitch, kid. I'll make it short and plain. I. I had something to do with that heist.

[Wendy Clark]

You were in on it?

[Pete Raiden]

In a way. Now, don't get me wrong. I ain't no killer. I didn't bump that guard. I was against it from the start.

[Wendy Clark]

No doubt. Go on.

[Pete Raiden]

Here's my angle. If I start talking to the law, I put my own neck in the noose.

[Wendy Clark]

I don't see how you can avoid it.

[Pete Raiden]

I know, I know. I ain't arguing that one. But I don't want that noose tightened up. Know what I mean?

[Wendy Clark]

No. And I don't see where I fit into this either.

[Pete Raiden]

Look, Ms. Clark, you got a good rep in this town as a police reporter and a person. The cops like you. They trust you. Guys like me, we like you too. You ain't never crossed any of us yet.

[Wendy Clark]

Never mind the flattery now.

[Pete Raiden]

You got influence with the law, you could go.

[Wendy Clark]

You want me to speak in your behalf? If you turn in the rest of the crowd, you want to be sure of leniency from the court, Is that it?

[Pete Raiden]

Yeah. Yeah, you got it. And another thing. The reward. I want a guarantee on that. Maybe they'll send me up, but I want a guarantee on that reward. 25 G's. What do you say, Ms. Clark? Think you can swing it?

[Wendy Clark]

I don't know. Lisa and I get along, but I'm not sure we get along that well.

[Pete Raiden]

Look, kid, you got nothing to lose. Everything to gain. The story, the exclusive, probably a raise. Why? Why, I'd even give you part of the reward if you want.

[Wendy Clark]

No, that's not necessary. Well, I. I'll see what I can do. But don't count on anything.

[Pete Raiden]

Oh, thanks, kid.

[Wendy Clark]

Meet me at the office tonight and I'll.

[Pete Raiden]

Office? I know. Nothing doing. It's too risky.

[Wendy Clark]

Well, all right. Here's my home address. Come up about 8. I'll let you know what happens.

[Pete Raiden]

Good. Look, Ms. Clark, don't cross me, will you? I'm dealing with you. Cause you got a good rep and I think I can trust you. Don't let me down, will you, kid?

[Wendy Clark]

I won't let you down.

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[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Well, it's good to see you, Wendy. Sit down.

[Wendy Clark]

Thanks. Lieutenant.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

What's on your mind?

[Wendy Clark]

The currency exchange robbery.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

I told you earlier today, we have nothing new on it.

[Wendy Clark]

But I have.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

What do you mean?

[Wendy Clark]

I talked to somebody a little while ago. Somebody closely connected with the man who pulled the robbery and shot the guard.

[Pete Raiden]

Who?

[Wendy Clark]

He didn't tell me his name.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

You mean you talked to him, saw him, got information from him, and you don't know who he is?

[Wendy Clark]

That's it.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Look, Wendy, what's this all about?

[Pete Raiden]

I hear.

[Wendy Clark]

Hold on, Lieutenant, hold on. Don't hit the ceiling. It's one of those deals, that's all.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

What deals?

[Wendy Clark]

This person was in on the robbery. I don't know how much he had to do with it, but he was there. Now the point is he wants to turn informer, but he wants a deal from the DA Right now I don't know the district attorney that well. And you? Do you think you can talk him into something?

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

I doubt it.

[Wendy Clark]

Well, you can try. Maybe this certain party wants a good slice of leniency and guarantee on the $25,000 reward.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

He's not asking much, is he?

[Wendy Clark]

Well, sure, it's a big price, but look what he's giving in return. The people who pulled the job killed the guard and possibly most of the money.

[Pete Raiden]

Uh huh.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Now what's his name? The guy you spoke to?

[Wendy Clark]

I told you, I don't know.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Come on, Wendy, he put his trust in me.

[Wendy Clark]

I didn't have to. The least I can do is play ball with him.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

What about me?

[Wendy Clark]

If you play ball with Us? You can crack this case. Nothing to lose and everything to gain.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

You've got me on a spot.

[Wendy Clark]

What do you say, Lieutenant? Will you go along?

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

I'll see what I can do, but I can't promise anything.

[Wendy Clark]

Swell. And Lieutenant.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Yeah?

[Wendy Clark]

Don't have me shagged, huh? Just trust me.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

If I didn't trust you, I'd have you locked up. Now get out of here, Wendy. I've got work to do with the da.

[Pete Raiden]

Hello, Manny. Where you been all afternoon? Sailing Pete, like you asked me to. He's up to trouble, Chris. Yeah? Why spill it? First he goes to Casey's Tavern over on Carbis. Yeah, I know where it is. Get to the point. Well, he meets a dame. Good looking dame too. Talks to him. About what? I don't know. I couldn't get near enough to hear him without him seeing me. But I ask around, see. Who do you think the dame is. Come on, Manny. Wendy Clark, crime reporter in the Trip. That double crossed punk. Oh, that ain't all. He's up there now. Up where? That dame's place over on 32nd Street. I tailed him. Went up about 15 minutes ago. 8 o'.

[Wendy Clark]

Clock.

[Pete Raiden]

That punk figures to cross us. I can see that much. Come on, Manny. Where to? Dame's apartment. And bring your rod.

[Narrator/Announcer]

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[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Awesome match, Joe.

[Pete Raiden]

Sure thing.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Thanks.

[Pete Raiden]

So the DA is going to play, huh?

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Yeah, he said he would. How far? If we nab the killers and if this guy of Wendy's is telling the truth about how much he had to do with the robbery, then the DA is willing to ask the court for leniency. What about the reward company said they're willing to pay it.

[Pete Raiden]

You told Wendy?

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Yeah, Phoned her about an hour ago.

[Pete Raiden]

It's 8:30 now. Why don't she get back to us sometime tonight? I hope it pans out.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

You and me both.

[Pete Raiden]

But if you ask me, Wendy's the one who deserves the reward.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Yeah. Match Joe.

[Pete Raiden]

I just gave you one.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

It didn't take.

[Wendy Clark]

And then what did you do?

[Pete Raiden]

Went back to the place on Cressy Street. Yeah.

[Wendy Clark]

The money's there now.

[Pete Raiden]

Yeah. 400 grand.

[Wendy Clark]

Is it in a bag or something?

[Pete Raiden]

Chris's suitcase.

[Wendy Clark]

Including your hundred thousand?

[Pete Raiden]

Uh huh. Only why I trust him with it, I don't know.

[Wendy Clark]

You better stop worrying about it. Money will have to go back to the exchange. All of it.

[Pete Raiden]

But.

[Wendy Clark]

But you saved 400,000. I thought it was five.

[Pete Raiden]

I know. We only got four. Anything else you want to know?

[Wendy Clark]

Got it all. As soon as I arrange these notes, we'll run down to headquarters. Then I'll get the story over to the paper.

[Pete Raiden]

Think this will work out?

[Wendy Clark]

Why shouldn't it?

[Pete Raiden]

I mean, the D.A. he won't cross me, will he?

[Wendy Clark]

Don't worry so much. Oh, excuse me. Yes?

[Pete Raiden]

Back up, sister.

[Wendy Clark]

Wait. Wait a minute.

[Pete Raiden]

Back up.

[Wendy Clark]

What's this all about?

[Pete Raiden]

Shut up. There he is. Chris. Chris. Chris, listen. I can. I mean, listen. You punk. You dirty, lousy punk. Chris, don't. I swear, Chris. I didn't bring the girl over here. Manny Moses.

[Wendy Clark]

I'd still like to know what this is all about.

[Pete Raiden]

And I'd like to know what Pete told you. I didn't tell her nothing, Chris. I swear I did. How many times I gotta tell you? Take a look at this. What? It's paper. Interesting, huh? Let me see. Yeah. You've been working hard, haven't you sweetheart?

[Wendy Clark]

I always work hard.

[Pete Raiden]

Two copies too. Oh well, the whole inside story here on paper. Manny's name, my name, even Pete's part in it. How he pulled off the job where the dough is. Everything nice, sweetheart? Very nice.

[Wendy Clark]

Thanks for the compliment.

[Pete Raiden]

It'll never see the front page. Right Manny? Right, Chris. Chris, I didn't tell her nothing. I swear, Chris, I only. You lousy crossing punk. Chris, wait. What's your name? Chris. Get away from that door. I'm telling you. Too bad she wasn't a bad looking kid. There's the fireplace. Manny, burn these two copies. Sure. Then we'll scram this place. Oh, you've forgotten something. That 100 grand we gave Pete. It's in his pocket. Get it. You can't use it now. All right. Morgue wagon's on the way, Lieutenant. ME said he'd have the slugs for as soon as possible.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Okay, Joe.

[Pete Raiden]

Ah, snap out of it, Lieutenant. Come on now.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

She was a fine girl, Joe.

[Pete Raiden]

Yeah, I know.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

I'll get the punk who did this.

[Pete Raiden]

Sure. Print boys are working, but I doubt if they'll get anything.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Make them try hard.

[Pete Raiden]

The guy's name was Raiden. Pete Raiden. Don't know him. Couple of things in our files, but not much. Small time crook.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

I wish I knew the names of the rest of the mob.

[Pete Raiden]

I wonder if he'd told Wendy anything about Dave.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Hard to say, but he probably had. That's why she got it. Want to take a look around? You go ahead. I'll go back to headquarters. If you find anything, let me know.

[Pete Raiden]

Check. Maddie?

[Wendy Clark]

Maddie.

[Pete Raiden]

Yeah, yeah, yeah, I'm here. How many times do I have to call? I heard you. Start packing. Packing what? Our clothes. What do you think? We're going to blow this town. Now snap it. Sure.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Come in, Joe.

[Pete Raiden]

Well, we went over the apartment. Didn't find much.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Anything at all?

[Pete Raiden]

Yeah. Evidently Wendy had written the whole story in outline.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

How do you know?

[Pete Raiden]

We found some charred papers in the fireplace. Most of it wasn't legible, but there was enough to tell us what it was about. She'd made an original and one copy. Got it all on one page.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Killers probably found them, burned them. How much of the story was readable?

[Pete Raiden]

Not enough. No names except Pete Raiden's. No addresses. Uh huh.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

An original and a copy, you said?

[Pete Raiden]

Yeah, why?

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Come on, Joe. Let's take another look at that apartment.

[Pete Raiden]

How you doing? Okay? Okay. Got any more shirts to go in here? Yeah, one or two. By the way, where are we headed? I figure on Florida. That sounds great. It's nice and warm down there. I'll get it. Yeah?

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Your name? Marvin. Chris Marvin?

[Pete Raiden]

Yeah, why?

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

I'd like to talk to you.

[Pete Raiden]

Sorry, fella, I haven't got time.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

I'm sorry too, but I'd like to talk to you. Sure.

[Pete Raiden]

What do you want?

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

I want you, Marvin, and this guy here. Name's Manny Klinger. Right.

[Pete Raiden]

So?

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

So you're both under arrest.

[Pete Raiden]

Listen, I don't get this. What are you trying his Brit.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Marvin. Lieutenant Britt.

[Pete Raiden]

Cop?

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Yep.

[Pete Raiden]

You got a warrant?

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Search and arrest.

[Pete Raiden]

What are you searching for?

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Number one? A bag. A bag that should contain $500,000. Two a gun. Caliber.38.

[Pete Raiden]

We got no 500 G's.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

I'll take a look anyway, if you don't mind.

[Pete Raiden]

And we got no gun either, copper.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Sorry I can't take your word on it. Now, let's look around.

[Pete Raiden]

Wait a minute.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Yeah?

[Pete Raiden]

What's the charge?

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Two charges. One robbery, currency exchange a few days ago. Two murder. Triple murder exchange. Guard Pete Raiden and Wendy Clark.

[Pete Raiden]

I don't know anything about any of that.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Cut it, Marvin. I know the whole story.

[Pete Raiden]

Yeah? Who told it to you?

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Wendy Clark.

[Pete Raiden]

Wendy Clark?

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

No, she didn't come back to life, Marvin. But before she died, she wrote the whole thing down on paper as Pete gave it to her. Everything about the robbery, where the money is, who shot the guard, everything.

[Pete Raiden]

Nuts.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Don't get cocky, Marvin. Sure, you think you're in the clear because you burned those two copies of the outline she wrote. You did a good job, too. But you forgot something. Yeah, there were two copies, all nice and neat. But two copies mean carbon paper. That's what you forgot to burn, Marvin. Wendy used a fresh carbon on that story. All we had to do was hold it up to a mirror and read it. See it now.

[Pete Raiden]

So what?

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Just because a dame's just me part of the evidence. The rest will back it up. When I find a gun and the bag with the money. You won't have a leg to stand on in court.

[Pete Raiden]

I guess not.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

And don't try a break, Marvin. That goes for you, too, Klinger. I've got a bunch of boys with me. They're outside in the hall. You two step outside. To take you in.

[Pete Raiden]

Sure, Just let me change my.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Don't reach for a gun, Marvin.

[Pete Raiden]

I only.

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Do I have to tell you twice? No,

[Pete Raiden]

no, you don't have to. Everything okay, Lieutenant?

[Lieutenant Dan Brett]

Fine, Joe. Clean these two characters. We'll take them.

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[Wendy Clark]

Sam.