The Great Taxicab Robbery: A True Detective Story

Set against the bustling streets of early twentieth‑century New York, this true‑detective narrative follows the baffling theft of a cab and the cascade of clues it leaves behind. Through the eyes of Commissioner George Dougherty and his detectives, listeners hear the painstaking work of interview, surveillance, and paperwork that turns a seemingly chaotic robbery into a solvable puzzle. The author draws on police records and firsthand accounts, offering a vivid snapshot of real investigative technique that feels more compelling than many fictional sleuths.

From the humble cab proprietor Geno Montani to the street‑wise youngsters who ferry the loot, the story introduces a cast of real people whose motives and methods clash in the city’s underworld. As the detectives piece together patterns, the listener is treated to tense stakeouts, daring confrontations, and the bureaucratic battles that shape police action. The result is a fast‑moving, fact‑based chronicle that reveals both the cunning of criminals and the disciplined, often overlooked craft of law enforcement.