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Spiral | 2. Wrong Place, Wrong Time?

October 21, 2025 · 42 min

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A man seen breaking into cars near the crime scene is arrested, and he lies to police about what he’s been up to. But does that make him a killer? As the case builds against him, his defense team uncovers a piece of evidence that could change everything.

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Host: Frannie Block

Producer: Poppy Damon

Executive Editor: Emily Yoffe

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