In the Dragnet episode “Jewelry Thefts,” Sergeant Joe Friday and Officer Ben Romero investigate a string of robberies targeting high-end jewelry stores. Following the trail of clues with their trademark methodical style, the detectives uncover a pattern that leads them straight to the culprits. The case highlights the show’s signature mix of realism, suspense, and no-nonsense police work.

In the Dragnet radio episode titled “Woman Murdered and Mutilated,” Sergeant Joe Friday and his partner investigate the brutal killing of a young woman, working tirelessly to piece together the grisly crime. With few clues and mounting pressure, the detectives follow a trail of forensic evidence and witness interviews. The episode delivers the signature Dragnet style—gritty realism, methodical police work, and the famous line: “Just the facts, ma’am.”

In the Dragnet radio episode “Benny Trounsel,” Sergeant Joe Friday investigates the mysterious death of Benny Trounsel, a small-time informant found murdered after trying to pass along a tip about a narcotics ring. As Friday digs deeper, he uncovers a web of drug trafficking and betrayal in Los Angeles. The episode showcases Dragnet‘s signature realism, methodical police work, and gritty atmosphere.

In this episode, as the Christmas season approaches, Friday and Romero receive a call from Utah from the mother of a woman named Juanita Laskey, who tells them that her daughter has stopped writing to her and is calling to report her missing. Friday and Romero must try and bring her home for a Christmas reunion.

In the Dragnet radio episode City Hall Bombing, Sergeant Joe Friday and his partner Frank Smith investigate a shocking explosion that rocks Los Angeles’ city hall. As they sift through the wreckage and interview witnesses, the detectives follow a trail of clues pointing to a disturbed individual with a grudge. Tension builds as they race against time to prevent another deadly attack.

In the Dragnet radio episode Red Light Bandit, Sergeant Joe Friday and his partner investigate a string of violent robberies targeting women in their homes. The criminal, dubbed the “Red Light Bandit,” uses a fake police siren to pull over victims before assaulting and robbing them. Through methodical police work, interviews, and forensic clues, Friday and his team close in on the suspect. The episode exemplifies Dragnet’s signature realistic style, emphasizing procedure, justice, and the relentless pursuit of the truth.