Code 3 - Volume 3

In the tradition of Dragnet, this riveting crime series presents true tales of robbery and murder based on actual case files of the Los Angeles County Sheriff. Richard Travis stars as Sheriff Barrett, leading us through each tension-filled half-hour as he and his officers scour the City of Angels for any and all lawbreakers. Joining him at the end of each episode is real-life L.A. sheriff Eugene W. Biscailuz, whose department worked closely with the producers to ensure the accuracy of the show's portrayal of police procedures.

THE WATER SKIER: A con man seduces a wealthy girl at a beach resort. Starring Mike "Touch" Connors (Mannix).

REVOLT ON THE FREEWAY: A saboteur with a surprising identity strikes during the opening of a new freeway. Directed by George Waggner (The Wolfman).

CASE 2206: One of the sheriff's trusted deputies is exposed as a kleptomaniac. Starring Robert Armstrong (King Kong).

A FAMILY ON TRIAL: A rich family is menaced by a blackmailer who threatens to murder their son.

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