Wayne Couzens: Killer in Plain Sight

Wayne Couzens: Killer in Plain Sight

Wayne Couzens: Killer in Plain Sight

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Wayne Couzens: Killer in Plain Sight

1h 35m

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Using interviews with expert witnesses, detectives and members of law enforcement, reveals the true story of Wayne Couzens, asks how he was able to hide from scrutiny for so long, and considers the larger problem of misogyny in the police force.

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