Case 18
The North Hollywood Shootout
Case 18
The North Hollywood Shootout
On the 28th of February 1997 Los Angeles police officers, Perello and Farrell were on routine patrol driving along Laurel Canyon Blvd, North Hollywood.
As they were driving past the Bank of America they saw two large figures enter the bank. Both were dressed in black, both were wearing ski masks and both were carrying automatic rifles. What followed, was 44 minutes of mayhem.
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CREDITS
EPISODE RESEARCH AND NARRATION:
Episode researched and narrated by Anonymous Host
MUSIC:
‘Flatline intro’ and ‘Come play with me’ intro and outro www.dl-sounds.com
All other music and audio clean up performed by Mike Migas
OTHER:
Logo design by Paulina Szymanska
RESOURCES
WEBSITE:
North Hollywood Shootout – an excellent website with the most comprehensive account of the case you will find. Lots of images and videos. And very detailed accounts.
AUDIO:
1997 North Hollywood Shootout – LAPD police radio audio
VIDEO:
History – Shootout: North Hollywood Shootout – DVD
ARTICLES:
From the Archives: Shoot-Out In North Hollywood: Command And Communications – 9-1-1 Magazine
1998 Medal of Valor Recipients – LAPD Online
Bank Robber Bled to Death, Autopsy Finds – Los Angeles Times
Chilling Portrait of Robber Emerges – Los Angeles Times
As they were driving past the Bank of America they saw two large figures enter the bank. Both were dressed in black, both were wearing ski masks and both were carrying automatic rifles. What followed, was 44 minutes of mayhem.
______
Our episodes deal with serious and often distressing incidents. If you feel at anytime you need support, please contact your local crisis centre. Some suggestions for confidential support for men women and children:
AUSTRALIA:
Lifeline Crisis Support: 13 11 14
Beyond Blue: Depression and anxiety support: 1300 22 46 36
Rape & Domestic Violence Services: 1800 737 732
Men's Line: 1300 78 99 78
Headspace: Youth Mental Health Foundation: see headspace.org.au for your local centre
USA:
Distress & Lifeline: 1800 273 8255
Crisis Text Line: text HOME to 741 741
Domestic Violence Helpline: 1800 799 7233
Victim Connect: support for victims of crime: 855 484 2846
UK:
Mind: mental health support: 0300 123 3393
SANE: mental health support: 0300 304 7000
Samaritans support network: 116 123
National Stalking Helpline: 0808 802 0300
CANADA:
For a list of Canadian crisis centres: https://thelifelinecanada.ca/help/call
NEW ZEALAND:
Lifeline: 0800 543354
Depression Helpline: 0800 111 757 (Text 4202)
______
If you are hearing impaired or know someone who is and would like to get a transcript of the episode, please email us at contact@casefilepodcast.com
CREDITS
EPISODE RESEARCH AND NARRATION:
Episode researched and narrated by Anonymous Host
MUSIC:
‘Flatline intro’ and ‘Come play with me’ intro and outro www.dl-sounds.com
All other music and audio clean up performed by Mike Migas
OTHER:
Logo design by Paulina Szymanska
RESOURCES
WEBSITE:
North Hollywood Shootout – an excellent website with the most comprehensive account of the case you will find. Lots of images and videos. And very detailed accounts.
AUDIO:
1997 North Hollywood Shootout – LAPD police radio audio
VIDEO:
History – Shootout: North Hollywood Shootout – DVD
ARTICLES:
From the Archives: Shoot-Out In North Hollywood: Command And Communications – 9-1-1 Magazine
1998 Medal of Valor Recipients – LAPD Online
Bank Robber Bled to Death, Autopsy Finds – Los Angeles Times
Chilling Portrait of Robber Emerges – Los Angeles Times
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