Negotiating With Kidnappers

February 25, 2013

Negotiating With Kidnappers

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Dick speaks with Richard Wright, who has negotiated the release of kidnap victims in Mexico and other countries. He says almost always, the kidnappers have done their homework and know the family has money. He has supervised negotiations and says that waiting is the hardest part - both for him and the families.

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February 25, 2013