1944 Doug Selby (D.A.)

The D.A. Calls a Turn

Prosecution Doug Selby (District Attorney)
Investigator Sheriff Rex Brandon

Case Narrative & Plot Summary

A car wreck involving an apparently intoxicated driver turns out to conceal a man who was already dead from poison before the car went over the embankment.

Courtroom Cross-Examination & Forensic Trick

Doug uses automobile speedometer freeze mechanisms and carbon monoxide testing to dismantle the defense story.

Editorial & Context Notes

Sheriff Brandon and Doug corner Carr's client through chemical analysis of whiskey bottles.