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The Gas Man - An intriguing game of cat and mouse, this new podcast by Tortoise investigates an international fugitive who, despite being on Interpol’s Most Wanted list, has managed to escape capture for more than three decades and is still on the run. 

Known as The Gas Man, the fugitive has admitted to selling illegal chemicals that could be used to create chemical weapons. Reporter Chloe Hadjimatheou explores how he has escaped capture, but also why he has been protected for so long.The first two episodes are available to listen now, or you subscribe by downloading the Tortoise+ app or subscribing to the paid tier via Apple Podcasts.

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