Dragnet: The Big Story Man (EP4889)

The Great Detectives Present Dragnet (Old Time Radio) · Jan 15, 2026 · 40m · transcript

Today's Mystery: Joe Friday and Ben Romero hunt for safe burglars targeting local churches.

Original Radio Broadcast Date: October 18, 1951

Originating from Hollywood

Starring: Jack Webb as Sergeant Joe Friday; Barton Yarborough as Sergeant Ben Romero; Herb Butterfield; Stacy Harris

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