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Dragnet – “Rifle for Christmas” (December 22, 1949) | Old Time Mystery Radio

Dragnet – “Rifle for Christmas” (December 22, 1949) | Old Time Mystery Radio

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A simple Christmas gift turns tragic in one of the most unforgettable episodes of Dragnet. When a young boy receives a .22 rifle for Christmas, what follows is a sobering investigation that tests Sergeant Joe Friday’s composure and compassion. This emotional holiday broadcast remains one of radio’s most powerful cautionary tales—gritty, heartfelt, and hauntingly real.

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