Cabot, Reporter — Shield for Murder Character Profile

About Cabot, Reporter

A newspaper reporter who suspects Barney's illicit activities based on rumors. He acts as an external check on police corruption, likely investigating the case that eventually surfaces.

Character Facts

Played by

Herbert Butterfield

Appears in

Shield for Murder (1954)

Role

Supporting

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