Casey, Crime Photographer
The Gentle Strangler
NBC (1947)
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In this gripping episode, "The Gentle Strangler," Casey finds himself in peril as his investigative work has led to the conviction of a man's daughter. The story revolves around the Irene Ivanoff poisoning case from 1939, where Casey helped prove that she purchased poison without any intention of using it for photography. With the killer suspected to be Irene's father, Casey must navigate a web of danger and revenge.
The narrative unfolds with a series of murders linked to a mysterious stranger, leading to a suspenseful climax where Casey confronts the gentle strangler in a vulnerable moment. Despite some continuity issues and a few skips in the recording, the episode delivers an entertaining and thrilling experience.
This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.