Richard Diamond: The Two Thousand Dollar Bundle
Summary
In this Richard Diamond episode, the detective is hired by a mysterious woman to guard a bag containing $200,000 stolen from a shipyard. After being beaten by gangsters and narrowly escaping death at the hands of a killer, Diamond discovers the money is hidden in his office light fixture. He and his police ally, Lieutenant Levinson, uncover the plot involving the gangster Frank Purcell and the deceased Mrs. Crump, leading to a tense confrontation and the recovery of the cash.
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Show Intro and Host Welcome
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Richard Diamond: Opening Monologue
The Ambush at the Garage
The Phone Call and the Intruders
Confrontation with the Thugs
Waking Up and Meeting Helen
The Assignment: Guarding the Bag
The Subway Locker and the Trap
Police Rescue at the Subway
At the Precinct: Identifying the Suspects
The Shocking Revelation: Frank Purcell
Visiting Mrs. Crump's Apartment
Investigating the Crime Scene
Diamond's Plan to Set a Trap
Finding the Hidden Bundle
Confrontation with Frank Purcell
The Standoff and Purcell's Escape
Comedic Interlude with Helen
Credits and Schedule Change Announcement
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Host Commentary and Listener Feedback
Sign-off and Upcoming Episodes
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