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Sept. 24, 2018

Episode 104: Fast Food Felonies: The Wendy's Chili Finger Scam

Episode 104: Fast Food Felonies: The Wendy's Chili Finger Scam

A woman finds a finger in a fast food item. An investigation is launched and a crime will be uncovered.  Audio clips:

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A woman finds a finger in a fast food item. An investigation is launched and a crime will be uncovered. 

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Business and Media, January 16, 2008

SJSUCrusade, April 2, 2008

The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, Comedy Central, April 14, 2005

 

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