Busted: A Tale of Corruption and Betrayal in the City of Brotherly Love

Busted: A Tale of Corruption and Betrayal in the City of Brotherly Love

Wendy Ruderman & Barbara Laker - 2015

Overview

In 2008, Benny Martinez approached Philadelphia Daily News reporters Wendy Ruderman and Barbara Laker with a story too dangerous to ignore. He detailed his involvement as a confidential informant for a member of the Philadelphia Police Department's narcotics squad, which had entangled him in a web of corruption and put his life at risk. This book chronicles Ruderman and Laker's tenacious investigation into the actions of powerful, rogue officers within the narcotics squad. Through perseverance and diligent reporting, they uncovered a complex network of deceit.

Who it's for

• Readers interested in investigative journalism.
• Those who follow true crime and corruption exposés.
• Individuals interested in the power of local news reporting.

Key features

• Paperback format.
• Published by HarperCollins USA.
• 272 pages.
• ISBN: 9780062085450.
• Published in 2015.