Dick Powell's Zane Grey Theatre (1956)

S3E2 The Scaffold

A disillusioned individual takes drastic action when he opens fire on a prominent member of the community. The attack sends shockwaves through the town, prompting an investigation that uncovers the man's troubled past. As tensions rise, the community grapples with the implications of the violence, leading to a deeper exploration of motives and the fragility of social order. The repercussions of this tragic event force residents to confront their own beliefs and the underlying issues that contributed to the escalation of conflict.