Episode 8: Mystery Man
Rachel Maddow Presents: Ultra
The Capture of Francis Yaki
This chapter details the dramatic arrest of Francis Parker Yaki, an American fugitive found with fake passports and documents. After a chaotic escape attempt and the wounding of an FBI agent, Yaki's capture ended a decade of evasion from law enforcement, revealing a complex past with extremist activities. The narrative also explores the media coverage surrounding Yaki's arrest and the subsequent legal proceedings that highlighted both public safety concerns and a failed escape plot.
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