Took Los Angeles investig A city on the verge of greatness. A new type of city [music] based not on the man but on the automobile. The car. The symbol of freedom and vitality. where every man [music] can own his own home and have room to breathe and not be overlooked by his neighbors. [music] A city where a man's home is his castle. A quarter acre of the dream made possible by victory. The city of opportunists, [music] the [music] city of dreams, where Hollywood will shape the thoughts and desires of the entire planet. [music] The city
of pioneers. [music] A city of dreamers. [music] [music] A city of undercurrents where not everything is as it seems. [music] A 20th century city that will become a model for the world. [music] A city that has no boundaries, that will stretch as far as the eye can see. [music] case started. In the Marine Corps, you deal with the chain of command. Mistakes get made, [music] but you deal with them. You know what you're fighting for and that you're on the same team. But dealing with corruption is like chasing shadows. You never know whether the guy
you're talking to is on the path or whether it's your partner or maybe even the watch command. But who your trust? I mean, KGBL calling caller 14 Adam. 14 Adam come in. Go ahead. KGPL 14 Adamance shooting at 6 and Industrial Street William request uniform assistance for an evidence search. 14 Adam code two. Roger. 14 Adam in route. Here we go again. They don't request uniforms for an evidence search unless there's some kind of catch. Ever the optimist from the beam of sunshine himself. Floyd Rose homicide. You my backup? Yes, sir. Phelps and Dun Wilshire
division. We had a shooting took place down this alleyway. We have the Vic, Scooter Payton, a Negro male, bagged up and on his way to Central Morg. Witness says a tall white guy, our shooter, put two in the Vic's head and then threw his piece. I need you guys to try and recover the gat. You want us to look anywhere in particular? Give it your best shot, guys. The dead guy's a low life. I'm not expecting any miracles here. And if we recover the weapon, bag it and return it to technical services. Hurry it up,
Floyd. We got places to be. Happy hunting. Got one more. This is a fist hump. Just going through the motions. You're probably right. Let's just get it over and done. All right. have it your way. We'll search right up to the back wall. If you still don't come up with anything, come find me and we'll talk it out. Two heads are always better than one. It's not my job to pick through other people's trash. Dr. Fontaine, could I have a word? Of course, young man. I really enjoyed your lecture, doctor. Psychiatry seems to have a
tremendous amount to offer. Why, thank you. I'm always happy to receive acknowledgement for my work. The mind is the last great mystery in medicine. Are you thinking of specializing, Mr. Sheldon or Courtney Sheldon? I'm only in second year, doctor. They fasttracked me a year because of my experience during the war. Ah, that's what I wanted to talk to you about. Battle fatigue and collapse under duress. Can it be helped? I would say yes, given the right set of circumstances. Trauma forces the mind to close down, retreat in on itself. We try to find ways to
unlock the mind again through a combination of therapy and drug treatment. Hypnosis and therapy are powerful tools in the right hands. Shield, I've been to visit some of the guys at the VA [music] hospital. A good friend of mine. He's so far away. It's like he's wandering off. You went through a lot together. Yes, doctor. Give me his details and I'll make a prognosis. I have a number of clinics in Los Angeles, Courtney Sheldon, and your penance for your friend's help is to come and work at one of them in your spare time with what
little spare time a medical student has. Is that a deal? Is it ever? I I can't thank you enough. I'm not promising a cure, Courtney. I want you to remember [music] that every physician has patients that he cannot hope to cure. For whom he can only smooth the path to death. What have you got, Phelps? Anything? Cole, come take a look at this. I tell you, I'm jinxed. I always get landed with [music] this crap. Shooter put him up against the wall and blew his brains out. Hell of a way to go. Doesn't really matter
how you go once you're gone. Don't get all deep on me, Phelps. There's something on the rooftop. How the hell did you see that? Reflection in the window. Looks like it might be our weapon. I'm going to see if I can find a way up there. All right, don't hurt yourself. The gun's up on the roof, right? So, we need to find a way up. What kind of chumps do these homicide guys think we are? Serial S71893. Two rounds fired and instead of dropping it down a drain, our shooter hoists it up here. Interesting guy.
We should follow up on this now before the perk tries to leave town. We have the gun, Cole. Let's take it back to Central. We could get a commendation. Could show some initiative, Ralph, and see if we can come up with an owner. That's a long shot, Cole. It's a pretty fancy gun. You know a local gun store? Sure. There's a place a couple of blocks from here. I'm going. Are you sure about this? It's not really our gig. No harm in doing some digging. The suits didn't seem to give much of a damn. Such
a little boy scout hole. You can't wait to get out of that uniform, can you? You'd rather round up drunks and help old ladies across the road. I'd rather get through the day without the captain's foot up my ass. It'll be fine, Ralph. You worry too much. I think for mechan LA Hollywood Beverly Hills Downtown LA. You're going to wreck the car. Going to wreck the car. Wow. Got here. [cheering] That's Foreign speech. Foreign speech. Come in. Officers Phelps and Dun, can you tell us anything about this gun? Smith and Wesson, model 27, registered magnum,
chambered for 357, nickelplated with pearl grips. Same gun used by General Patton. You're not suggesting he's the owner. No, I'm not. You seem to know a lot about the weapon. I ought to. I sold it. You know, this piece will stop a rhino. These babies are only available special order. Here's my Smith and Wesson order book. You mind if I take a look? You're my guest. This is about something bad, right? Model 27 with pearl grips. Cole, you see it on there? None. Always a key. We're in luck. Errol Schroeder, 203 South Glass Street. Ordered
the gun in February 46. Thanks. You've been a big help. Anytime. Always happy to help out the LAPD. Do we call it in? Let's see if he's at home. Owning the gun doesn't prove he pulled the trigger. Okay. In for a penny, in for a pound. Lead the way then. [music] Look out. Now, that wasn't so hard, was it? Just because we're in uniform doesn't mean we can't use our initiative. I guess so. Seems a little too good to be true. One of a kind murder weapon bought locally using a real name. If Schroers are
a shooter, he's no criminal mastermind. Most of them aren't. That's why they get caught. Two out of every three crimes are done on impulse. Another fact from the Phelps Encyclopedia of thin air. You really are fooling. This is person. Yucky. Come on. Oh sh two. What do you guys want? I'm officer Cole Phelps. This is Officer Dunn, Wilshshire Division. You're the owner of a Smith and Wesson model 27 nickelplated with pearl grips. I might be. What of it? Then you'll be surprised to know that Scooter Payton was murdered tonight with your gun. You're out of
your mind. Scooter? He works for me. I have that gun here in my drawer. What the [ __ ] is going on here? You're under arrest, Schroeder. Cuff him. No way. You're not taking me down for this guy. Huh? That was a very bad move. A ball. Ralph, you all right? I'm fine. I hardly felt it. He's lucky he caught me off guard. Keep an eye on him, Ralph. I'm going to take a look around. No good to me. It would take a smarter man than me to connect that. Probably nothing. Doesn't look like anything.
Not everything here is going to be relevant. List of names in a series of numbers. Floyd Rose's name is in this book. Phelps, we can come out of this all bright and shiny with a commendation or stick our schlongs in a hornet's nest. Call it in, partner, and leave the book where you found it. Officer Phelps, badge 1247. Requesting [music] You dumb [ __ ] sons of [ __ ] Get in this line now before I lose my temper. Excuse me, Sergeant, but excuse me. [ __ ] you. You say another word and I'll break
your [ __ ] head and have you in the brrig. Some of us are here for I know why you're here, ass swipe. I'm having a bad day, private. Some people don't seem to want to get on this bus. Didn't ask for your help. He didn't ask for your help. Can you believe this guy? Who are you two? Abbott and Costello. You're here for OCS, Sergeant. So, it's the three [ __ ] stooges and you're here for OCS. God help this [ __ ] country and the USMC. The Japanese will do the world a favor
and kill you quickly. All three of you are on report. What are your [ __ ] names? Phelps, Kelso, Merrill. Any other gentlemen for OCS? OCS is at Elliot. You take the Camp Elliot bus over there. This bus is for MCRD. This bus is for men who want to fight. [music] Oh, you place cold. A city that needed an honest cop like a thirsty man needed water. You'd heard the stories, but you weren't interested. You were here to fight the good fight, solve cases, write wrongs. But the force is like politics. There's no sitting on
the fence. You have to choose sides. A brown paper envelope or a Greyhound ticket to Belugaville. It could only ever end one way. All units at 211 in progress and shots fired at Westlake Savings and loan 1415 West Third Street. Unit to handle identified code three. We'll take that. It's only a couple blocks from here. 14 Adam calling KGPL. We'll handle the 211 Adam. Be advised, suspects are armed and dangerous. Roger. KGPL. working out on route going down the most start. This is what has no [screaming] shot. Make it quick you guys. The cops are
here. We got to move it. I'm back here. Weapons on the ground now. I got you. Put your weapons down and your hands in the air. Go. I'll hold it. Try for the front door. Keep your goddamn head down. Use the cover, Phelps. We don't know how many are in there. Take it slow. Backup will be here soon. LAPD, put down your weapons. The bank is surrounded. I'm offering you a chance. You come any closer, we'll cut you an ass. That's it. We got them all. I think we got him. Cole should be all clear.
Lieutenant Hopkins says anytime you reach for the shotguns, you're either going to end up dead or wearing a citation. So, I guess it's okay, Ralph. You did well in there. I'm glad you have my back. Man couldn't ask for a better partner. This kind of opportunity comes along once in a lifetime. Hank, I have to grasp it. You have to survive it first, Cole. You're the veterans. The Japs love to shoot officers. If I can make a name for myself in this war, my future. Thinking of taking on a company of the emperor's finest single-handed.
You don't seem the Sergeant York type to me. When I need your opinion, Kelso, I'll ask for it. They talk about officers like you in boot camp, Cole. They call it the Kuster syndrome. Guys who go around dreaming of fame and glory and getting all of their men killed in the process. Our duty is to lead, Kelso. And their duty is to die for your wonderful future. Cole Phelps and Jack Kelzo. With some people, it's as simple as chemistry. [music] Two guys who should have been friends, but their personalities got in the way. Phelps, a
good guy, wound [music] way too tight. and Kelso, a quiet man who could never walk away from a fight. Well, it's a shame you don't like to talk about it, Cole. Ralph, friends who want to stay friends don't discuss religion or politics. And in my case, you can add the war to that. I know that bum. Wendle Bowers. I put him away before he jumped parole. Get after him, Phelps. I'll head him off in the car. Wendle Bowers, stop. LFTD. You can go screw yourselves. Okay, I'm out. But you watch him. He's hiding in the
alley. Big old Kado. Powers. Hold it right there. Stop now or I will shoot. I won't tell you again, Wendle. You don't want to do this window. No. No. Stop. Stop. Get down from there right now. Give it up, Wendle. Don't worry. I'm going back inside. I've done my time. You [ __ ] already screwed me once. It's over, Bowers. Give it up, Bowers. There's nowhere left to go. Watch it. He's hiding in the alley. Bowers, hold it right there. Stop now or I will shoot. I won't tell you again. Wendle, you don't want to
do this. Wendle, get down from there right now. Oh, you've got to be kidding. You [ __ ] asked for it. Back inside. I've done my time. It's over, Bowers. You [ __ ] already screwed me once. Give it up, Bowers. There's nowhere left to go. Oh, looks like we've got the place to ourselves. Come on then, pretty boy. Persistent little sha. Nice work, Cole. You run track in high school. Part of the tradition of the Marine Corps and being an officer in the Marine Corps is the ability to make tough decisions. The right decision
is not Always the popular one. The right decision will get the men you care about killed. These ratings and your ability to give them frankly and truthfully directly affect your chances of successfully becoming a Marine officer. Candidate Phelps, you have the floor. Especi Merrill 10, Franklin 8, Weiss 8, Dano 6, Kowalsski 6, Hudson 5, Kelso 2. Leadership Dono 8, Franklin 7, Merrill 6, Kowalsski 6, Weiss 5, Hudson 5, Kelso 1. Canada Kelso. I'm sorry, Captain, but I joined the Marine Corps to fight the enemy, not get involved in this school boy chicken [ __ ]
Kelso in my office now. For every cop, there's the [music] case that makes you gives you that leg up. gets you recognized as the shining new star in the squad. The case that you solve that shows that you have the gumption, the gung-ho, the get up and go to make you stand out from your average rank and file patrolman. This could be the one. Cool. You stand clear of the body, please. Has anyone called an ambulance? We've called an ambulance and the police, but I'm afraid he's dead. Okay, stand further back or move along. It's
your choice, but make it quick, people. Hey, Cole, you got here quick. My beat crosses Seventh Street. Okay, your first reporting then. We'll get a perimeter going and move the crowd on. You better see what you can find out before the homicide dicks show up. I'll be with you in a moment. Is somebody going to tell us what the hell's going on? Everybody stay back. Let us do our job. Glad daylight crowded street. Now I've seen everything. Galetta layway receipt pearl earrings made out to Bank of Arcadia. Son, you're a couple of slates short of
a pole. All right. All right. Yes, it's a dead person. Tell me what's going on. Shell casings. These look like 32s. FN Browning, serial number 01138. Might need to run to buy a gun store. Eagle's gun store is a couple blocks from here. Will this make it into the paper? [music] [bell] Uh, can I can I help? I'm Officer Phelps, miss. I'm here about the shooting. Did you know the victim? [laughter] [snorts] He was my boss. Mr. Gage. Mr. Gage's first name? Everett. And you are? Geta. Clovis Getta. Do you think you could tell me
exactly what happened? Miss I look around the shops at lunch. I was in a store when Mr. Gage, my boss, bursts in yelling that I'm late on my lunch. And we came back. I was angry. I walked in front. I heard shots. I turned and saw Mr. Gage fall. or your favorite. [snorts] You're lying, Miss Scalleta. You know what happened and why. You're going to tell me. There's nothing to tell. I've done nothing wrong. How can you prove different? The girls are part of a group of 100. Your pearl earrings, Miss Galleta. You've been paying
for them for a whole year. Stop lying and tell me what happened at the jewelry store. Oh god. I won't lose the earrings, will I? You could lose your freedom, you fool. If you don't stop obstructing a murder investigation, Mr. Koo. Edgar Koo. He runs the jewelry store. He's showing me a lovely watch. Mr. Gage bursts in. Mr. Koo gets very angry with Mr. Gage and they start yelling at each other. Mr. Gage tells me that all of the things in the store are junk, nickelplated, made in Japan, and yells at me to get back
to work. Then what happened? We get back here and I hear a loud bang. Mr. Gage clutches at his back. I hear another bang and another and another. [snorts] Mr. Gage falls to his knees. It looked very [clears throat] painful. [laughter] Uhhuh. Which jewelry store? Hartfields. Broadway between Fifth and Sixth. Did you see the person who shot Mr. Gage? Of course I did. Mr. Callu looked very angry. He kept firing the gun. He kept pulling the trigger. He threw the gun in a bin and turned and walked away. You're making me angry, Miss Galetta. Is
that what you want? Tell me why Mr. Koo shot Mr. Gage. Mr. Gage hates Jews. A lot of people do. It's not my fault if he has nice things. [snorts] How many shots did you hear, Miss Galetta? It's difficult to remember. It sounded like there were so many and they were so loud. I need you to concentrate, Miss Escala. Even minor details can become important later on. Well, there was one bang and then another and then three very quickly close together. Five. Thank you for your help, ma'am. You've been very brave. We'll need you to
make a formal statement about what happened to [music] Mr. Cage. Does that mean I can still collect my my Never mind. Yes, officer. I'll make a statement. We have the murder weapon and the murderer. The girl saw it all. Our killer works at a jewelry store called Hartfields. That's a couple of blocks from here. You thinking what I'm thinking? Tate, maintain the perimeter. Will this make it into the paper? No. No. Tell us what the hell's going on. Santa [music] Los Angeles. [music] [music] What? Okay. Pretty cute. Heat. Heat. A voila. Officer, can I interest
you in a new watch? Officer Cole Phelps, are you Edgar Koo? Uh, no. Uh, Mr. Koo is out back. He said he need to lie down. I'll buzz him for you. Son of a [ __ ] Go, Cole. Go. Hurry, officer. [applause] He's getting away. Ku, get back here. Fruit beers all around, doll. Someone please. Too late. What? [laughter] Officer Cole Phelps, are you Edgar Koo? Uh, no. Uh, Mr. Koo is out back. He said he'd lie down. I'll buzz him for you. Son of a [ __ ] Go, Cole. Go. Officer, he's getting away.
Jim Koo, get back here. Lock him up and throw away the key. That cherry pie was delicious. Too late. Kuddamn. Damn, lunatic. My acting coach. Stop or I will shoot. Oh my god. Edgar Kaloo, you're under arrest for the murder of Everett Gage. The case that makes you and the case that breaks you. The one you never solve. The one that keeps you awake at night. The case that gnaws at your guts and ruins your marriage. Keeps you propping up a bar as you relive the whatifs, the might have been, the half leads, and the
half-truths. The case that other cops murmur about whenever you walk past. The case you never ever discuss. God's mill may grind slowly, but it grinds finely, son. I hear it's you who knocked down Malifactor from the shooting yesterday. Yes, sir. Then tell me, Bo, I hear you're quite the climber, a man of initiative. How would you like a chance at smiting this man with the sword of justice? You're asking me to conduct the interview, sir? I am, young Phelps. You've only been with us a short time, and you've assembled yourself a stellar arrest record. Not
to mention the fine work you did in the war, sending heathens back to the hell they came from. But I'm curious as to whether you can turn your hand to interrogation. takes a certain animal coming, lad. Do you think you might be ready for that? Yes, sir. I think I am. Good man. You need many things for a conviction, young Phelps. A motive, opportunity, hard evidence, and best of all, a confession. If you fail in the former, you can always use a modicum of violence to obtain the latter. How are you feeling, lad? Fine, sir.
Very good. The evidence is overwhelming. May the cat eat him and the cat be eaten by the devil. Bring me a confession, young Phelps. This is your chance. Don't fail me. Has my lawyer arrived yet? I want to see my lawyer. A lawyer can't help you, Mr. Koo. You shot a man dead in cold blood. You're going to have to pay for that. Oh, you followed Everett Gage and the girl back to the shoe store. You put five rounds in Gage's back. Gage was a was a bastard. Whatever he got, he got what was coming.
But it had nothing to do with me. You shot Gage and we know why. We can put you at the scene. You can't prove anything. You got nothing, boy chick. You're going to be laughed right out of court. I've just got to keep my mouth shut and watch you run around in circles. Unless you want to keep making a schmuck of yourself. You disappoint me, Cole. Phelps, get back in there and raise some lunch, boy. I need a confession. [laughter] Has my lawyer arrived yet? I want to see my lawyer. A lawyer can't help you,
Mr. Kaloo. You shot a man dead in cold blood. You're going to have to pay for that. Wow. You followed Ever Gage and a girl back to the shoe store. You put five rounds in Gage. Gage was a was a bastard. Whatever he got, he got what was coming. But it had nothing to do with me. You shot Gage and we know why. We can put you at the scene. You can't prove anything. You got nothing, boy. Be laughed right out of court. [snorts] I've just got to keep my mouth shut and watch you run
around in circles. We're done. Keep making a schmuck of yourself. Point me cold, folks. Get back in there and make some lunch, boy. I need a confession. Has my lawyer arrived yet? I want to see my lawyer. A lawyer can't help you, Mr. Kaloo. You shot a man dead in cold blood. You're going to have to pay for that. You followed Ever Gage and a girl back to the shoe store. Gage is back. Gage was a was a bastard. Whatever he got, he got what was coming. But it had nothing to do with me. You
shot Gage and we know why. We can put you at the scene. You can't prove anything. Bes, we know all about the argument. Miss Galleta made a statement. You're You're counting on the girl. You think her testimony is going to stand up in court? You're going to the gas chamber, Edgar? That Jew hating [ __ ] couldn't leave me alone. I had a sale. That girl was ready to buy. Let's change the subject. You fasting for Yam Kapore, Mr. Koo? Yeah, let's change the subject. You're going, [ __ ] How about baseball? You're not denying
you're a Jew, Mr. Koo. This is America. It's not Germany. It's not a crime. Some people don't like Jews, Mr. Koo. Yeah, and I guess you're one of them. Gage hated Jews, didn't he, Mr. Koo? I don't know what you're talking about. You leftwingle leaning parasite. You expect me to sit here and listen to your dril. You call me that. You sit there and you call me those names. You goddamn [ __ ] butt snatcher. You and that stup gage. Why did you do it, Mr. Kaloo? Gage. He's in the Chamber of Commerce. He's in
with all those moms. He blocked every proposal I ever put forward. kite this and kite that. He's been trying to ruin my business for years. Edgar Ku, I'm charging you with the first-degree murder of Everett Gage. I respect your beliefs and your right to hold them. I hope for your sake the jury can commute to murder in the second degree. May God have mercy on you, sir. videos. Masterfully done, Officer Phelps. It is just Officer Phelps, isn't it, lad? Yes, sir. Then let me have a word with the chief of police, young Phelps. The department
needs heroes. A shining honest face the public can admire. I applaud a man with your talent for unwavering justice. Back to your duties for now, Bo. But here's a piece of advice. Get yourself two suits. Get them pressed. You'll be needing them. [music] Don't complain. Here's your new desk, kid. You're on traffic. The hot sheet is posted here next to the map. What's his problem? That's Bigs. He's an institution. So, this is what all the fuss is about. Why couldn't they build a freeway that goes past my place? They haven't even approved the money yet,
kid. The bond issue won't be till December. It'll be years before any of this will happen. Here's your new partner, Stefon Burkowski. I've heard all about you, Phelps. You go easy on me and let me earn the odd citation and maybe we'll get along fine. I'm here to learn. Detective, he's an intense one, isn't he? Mel, who's intense? The newly minted detective here, Cole Phelps. Hi, Phelps. I'll be keeping an eye on you. I could spend a little time basking in reflected glory. Make a change from busting hookers and dope fiends. Who was that, Commander?
Roy Earl, chief detective and advice. They all dressed like movie stars. Oh, Roy is a movie star. And the whole of the seedy side of LA is his audience. What is that supposed to mean? Stick with me, kid. You'll find out. And now, some housekeeping. Warm Central Division welcome for Detective Cole Phelps. Some of you guys may know Phelps. He's the cop who broke the jewelry store murder. Stand up and take a bow, Phelps. If it's all right with you. That's an order. Phelps. Sh. Quiet. Everybody. Phelps is one of only two serving LAPD officers
who received the Silver Star during the war. Really gave it those lousy Japanese. E Phelps. I did my best. Captain, why you war heroes always so modest? I partnered Phelps with everybody's favorite pole, Stefan Bicowski. Hope you like work, kid. Bicowski sure as hell doesn't. Well, that's why we have partners, right? Okay. Okay. Can it guys? Stick with Bicowski. He's a good cop. He knows traffic inside. Now, I'm going to start you out with one case. Do okay, I'll give you a couple more. You screw up, you'll be rousing vagrants and running license plates. Now,
get down to the PE freight depot, Sixth in Alamita. A patrolman called in a suspicious vehicle. Signs of foul play. See what you can find out. Mhm. Come on, Phelps. Poor little twist. She was 13 if she was a day. The thing was he was a really nice guy. I felt lousy. They really pushed you through quick, didn't they? What do you want me to say? I didn't ask for any favors. Crips off me at the grand jury. Face is thrown out. 78. What the hell is the up? Need a drink. I got the jitters
again. Also, hey, what are you doing? Rehab is for I survived the war for this. Well, you don't see that every You know this place? Sure. Near the old gas works [music] and signal depot in the warehouse district. I'll direct. Tell me a little about yourself. Are we friends now? Look how we work together. Don't be so touchy. We grew up in San Francisco. My father was in shipping. Went to college at Stanford. Did two years ROC before um Don't look like CS. Try making it to the next intersection without killing anybody. You do that
for me. [screaming] Okay. Can we try to get there in one piece? Kim, I grew up in San Francisco. My father was in shipping. Went to college at Stanford. Did two years ROC before Marino CS at Camp Elliot. Chipped out in early 45 as a first lieutenant. Fought in the OP NA campaign. I was wounded, shipped back home. Did a year on the beat. Now I'm here. So you won the Silver Star. I don't want to talk about it. Now let me get this straight. You all units a 459 just occurred at 6th and Sarah.
Any unit to handle. Code two identified. 11K. Go ahead. KGPL. 11K. A 459 suspect just left 6th and Saras. Suspect is a male Caucasian believed to still be in the area. Code two another up on the roof. Officer, he has a mask on his face. I caught sight when he shoved past me, but be careful. I saw him waving a gun. Give it up now. Make it easy on yourself. Get the hell away from me. Son of a [ __ ] I'll take you all down with me. Look at him. to preserve. Watch what you're
doing. It's perfect for skin. Turn right here. Visibly clean from head to foot. Just try the Hollywood movie bath with Pandora and you'll see why Pandora brand soap's got that smell of your skin. Why Pandora is seven rooms better than old style. Open your eyes. Pandora that you go on through. Parking lot straight ahead. I need to get back to work. Officer, the detectives are here now. You repeat to them what you told me. I did the right thing by calling this in. I'm just a working stick. Just give them your story and you'll be
all right. This is your first case, Phelps. It's okay to admit it if you're stumped. You don't know what to do next. Just come talk to me and we'll see what we can figure out. Thanks, Stefan. You're okay. I'm officer Hart Phelps. Traffic. What have you got? Abandoned car. Probably stolen. The solid citizen is Nate Wilky. He called it in. What gives with the corner? There's blood all over the interior. Someone's coped the full Broadick, but no stiff as yet. We have an owner for the car. The car is registered to an Adrien Black just
north of Bunker Hill. All right, we'll take a look around. I'll keep Mr. Wilkkey talking, but don't make him wait too long. He's the restless type. I better get back to work, sir. junk. Mr. F. Morgan [music] picked up a live pig yesterday. How's the world looking? Always the same two of you, fine. How about you? Victim looks to have lost a lot of blood. sample waiting at the lab. Practical jokers say it's contaminated soil. My guess big lump of [ __ ] Happier times, I guess. 32 years old, married. Sounds like an average guy.
What was he doing out here? [music] Sir, I'm Detective Phelps. Name's Nate Wilkey. You found the vehicle? Sure. Saw it just sitting there. Strange place to be parking your car. Figured I'd better take a look. And then I saw all the blood, so I called the police. The wallet by the car. Was there anything in it when you arrived? You accusing me of something, mister? What was I for? Do you want the patrolman to hold you down while we turn out your pockets? Mr. Wilkey, maybe I checked inside that wallet. Not that I was going
to steal anything. Maybe I took a look, but there weren't no money in there. Not even change. [laughter] Do you know Adrien Black? Mr. Wilkey? No, sir. That ain't a name I'm familiar with. Mhm. You ever seen the car before? Funny enough, I did a couple of nights ago. It was over there in the parking lot. I know most of the cars that park here regular, so it kind of stood out. Mind if I ask what you were doing out here? Well, I work for the railway. I was on my way out to the switch
and reckon I'd take a shortcut. You're holding out on me. Spill it. I'm telling you all I know. Already wasted hours getting involved in this thing. Thank you for your patience, Mr. Wilkkey. If you don't mind waiting a little longer, I'm sure we'll have more questions once we've had a look around. Have word of the witness. It's not often we get eyeballs in a case like this. This isn't what we're looking for. Hey, how bad is it? Come on, you can tell me. The early bird gets the blood. That might give us something to go
on. Hey, Flatfoot. You're looking to get rid of that old crate? I'll give you a nickel for it. I'm missing. What do you think? Have a word with the witness. It's not often we get eyeballs in a case like this. We found a steel pipe with blood on it near the car. Do you know anything about it, Mr. Wilkkey? No, sir. I went straight for the law when I saw the car was full of blood. You picked it up. You moved it. Why is it so far from the car? God damn it. How in the
hell would I know? That's it for me and police business from here on. [snorts] Thank you for your help, Mr. Wilky. Anything more from you? If you have to, I guess I can't really spend no more time over this. Somebody's got to inform the wife. Phelps, you're done here. We'll head over there now. Welcome. 620 Bunker Hill Avenue. You know where that is? Behind Bunker Hill. Couple blocks north of Central Station. So, what do we tell the wife? Straight ahead. Play it by the book. There's no stiff yet, so let's see how it plays out.
Any central unit of 415 possible mental case at 7th and flower unit to handle code three identified. Straight through the next intersection. Take it easy, Phelps. I'd rather get there in one piece. Straight over. Could be a car theft gone wrong. Make Black drive somewhere lonely than give him a tap. But why leave the car? Well, obviously someone got a little heavy-handed. It's the wrong way around. Well, how so, genius? Where is Adrian? If you've gone to all the trouble to steal the car and it goes wrong, you leave the body behind, not the car.
Straight through the next intersection. You got something there, folks. Doesn't add up. Next left. You read about the guy in the crossing yesterday. No. What happened over on Lincoln Avenue? This guy's Driving along and his oil light comes on. [music] He stops the car and gets out. He pops the hood and he's on a rail crossing. Oh, you got it. He's got his head under there checking the oil and the Southern Pacific freight slams into his car doing 90 m an hour. Car came to arrest more than a mile down the track. I wouldn't feel
what a pointless waste of life. You'll get plenty of blood and guts and mindless stupidity working traffic, folks. And who needs a second amendment when we'll give a god? You drove me up to Mohalla. Thought I did. He's been looking for cross over. Keep going straight. Straight over. What? Hold on. Let's go introduce ourselves. You talk to her, Phelps. I'm no good at this shoulder to cry on stuff. Just a minute. LAPD, Mrs. Black, may we come in? We have some bad news and we'd rather discuss this in private. I'm Margaret Black. We can discuss
this in the living room. Please come in. Your husband drives a blue Lincoln. Mrs. Black, that's correct. The car has been found abandoned, and I'm afraid there are signs of foul play. I knew something was wrong when he didn't come home. We believe your husband may be injured. We found a pipe on the scene with blood on it. Oh no, I'm poor Adrien. Does the name Insta Heat mean anything to you, ma'am? Yes, it does. We've just had a new water heater installed. Whereabouts, Mrs. Black? Just outside the kitchen window at the side of the
house. I'd like you to try and stay calm and remember everything that you can about last night. My partner and I are going to take a look around. When you're ready, we're going to have some more questions for you. Is that okay? Of course, officer. Anything to help secure my husband's safety. Let's check the place out. Come on, have a good look around. There's got to be something in here to go on. J Cavanaars. So, who brought this home? Lie down. Make yourself comfortable. So, You're a friend of Courtney's? Yes, doctor. He seems very concerned
about you. I have these visions. These blinding visions. I can't get them out of my head. My skull. It It feels like it's in a vice. Going to give you something to calm your nerves. I want to take you on a journey. A journey back. I want you to remember the good things about your past. Occasions that made you laugh. Times that made you smile. Bit of your Nice for this was only recently installed, not two days ago. Maybe it's time we took a look around outside. Don't think I did. Maybe if No, I doubt
it. No use leaving the thing half finishedish. That can't be right. No, that won't work. Might use you again. That looks wrong. doesn't go there. That can't be right. The pipe missing from Mr. Black's heater is the same one that killed him. Huh. Seems like the asalent is a little closer to home. doesn't give me anything to go on. We found a receipt in the trunk of your husband's car for a live pig. This receipt was made out to an F. Morgan. A pig? Adrien runs a tool business. That would be Frank Morgan. God knows
what he's up to. burn them. Situation doesn't [music] look good. Margaret, you need to tell me what you know. There's no need to be so aggressive. I'm also a victim. Did your husband tell you where he was going last night? All he said was he was going to meet Frank for a drink. But you knew where he was really going because you told him to meet you at the railards. That's where you jumped him. How did you hide the body? You have an overly active imagination, young man. Do you have any proof of that allegation?
Uh oh. My husband is missing. You say he may be hurt and the best you can do is berate me. You're a poor example of a man. [laughter] I think you should come clean with us, Mrs. Black. Your husband is missing and after our search, I'm willing to call the circumstances suspicious. Can you account for your movements last night? You're not accusing me, are you? What an awful thing to say? I was here all night, of course, waiting for Adrien to come home. You're lying. Yes, I am accusing you. Your husband was going to leave
you. That's motive. Now, your only alibi is an empty house. Get it off your chest. Tell me the truth. Whatever your theories are, you're going to have to prove that I was there and that I wanted to hurt him. Do you think you can do that, detective? Mhm. Find my husband, you incompetent fool, or the LAPD will be facing a lawsuit. Confirm. Nothing significant. Nope. Find Adrien, officer. Bring him home, please. Boom. Dragon. Um, I'm stumped. I have a feeling we haven't gotten the whole story from the Blacks family home. We should head back there.
Don't want to put This must be Adrian's. to my Adrian. To my Adrien. This thing gets more and more interesting. A used ticket to Seattle and a suitcase gone missing. Someone couldn't wait to get out of this house. [laughter] Tell us about the photo of Adrien in the bedroom. What is there to tell? It's from his most recent business trip to Seattle. Cheeto, there's plenty to tell. You just won't tell it. You're lying about the photograph, Mrs. Black. You're incredibly rude and insensitive. But I guess you know that [snorts] I've told you what I know
about the picture. Mhm. I mean, just What about Nicole? Mrs. Black, was your husband going to leave you for her? I've seen the photo frame. He thinks I'm stupid, but women sense these things. I don't know if he intended to leave me or if it was just a fling. God only knows. I only want to know that he's safe. That's the thought I game. Separate bedrooms, separate pictures. What gives here? Aha. Maybe Adrian was a patron address. Grab the phone. RNI could run down an address for Kavanaaugh in no time. Operator, message for KGPL. Putting
you through now. Cole Phelps, badge 1247. How could I help, detective? I need an address on a Kavanaaugh's bar. Certainly, detective. One moment. Kavanaaugh's bar, corner of Aliso and Huitt, south side of Union Station. Thanks. I deal. Here's a novel idea. Turn on the siren. Wow. Go straight through here. Unit officers need help. Major 415 1624 West Third Street, 1624 West Third Street. Any unit to handle code identify? I am going to go straight ahead here. Straight on. Keep going straight. Take the next right. Straight on here. I'm allow king. Straight through the next intersection.
Keep going on this road. Wow. Straight ahead. cross over. Keep going straight. Straight over. Straight on. Right turn coming up. Turn right. Straight through the next intersection. Wow. Officer needs help. Major 415 1624 West Third Street. Finally. We're starting to think nobody would show. What have we got? The Third Street Gang and the Diamond Street Gang. Mexican kids with nothing better to do than how at each other, but no bloodshed so far. [ __ ] Hope you brought plenty of ammunition, sir. LAPD, drop your weapons. Throw out the guns. You're clear. Go. I got you.
How long do you think you can hold us? Where'd you shop? I need cover. I've got the belt. Reinforcements are on the way. Cease and desist. God damn it. Here come one now. Now all units officers need help. Major 415 1624 West Third Street 1624 West Third Street. Any unit to handle code three identify. Finally. LAPD, drop your weapons. You're surrounded. Your buddies are dead. Walk out of here or go out and spot. God damn it. Here comes. Throw out the guns. covered. Phelps empty. It will have to be the 45. Car 11K calling KGPL.
I need an ambulance at 1624 West 3rd Street. Code four. Shots fired and suspects are down. Roger on the ambulance 11K. All units be advised for on the major third streets are down. Chicago brother Uh spont. into it own scared. What's up today? Jimmy, don't deserve. Take the next left. You're going to kill someone. Straight through the next intersection. Keep going straight. Take the next right. Turn right here. Any central unit of 415 possible mental case at seventh in flower unit to handle code three identify hours. Flowers. central possible case 11. You're the one who's
been sending cosmic rays into my room. I'll show you. Yes, sir. You're not going to control my thoughts anymore. Just calm down, sir. You'd like that, wouldn't you? Give it up. LAPD. He went that way. Damn lunatic. Put your hands in the air. down. Be careful. He looks dangerous. I'm at Don't make me chase you. Uh, you got a problem. You don't understand. Someone has to stop the Hey. Hey. No. Farewell cruel world. Fore arrive at Montreal, Canada in a postwar laboring term. Canadian. Turn right when you can. You're taking the next right. Take the
next right. The displaced girls brought from Frankfurt will be process under contract for 2 years. Slow down. They'll be lodged in a school. Here they will pay 6.5 of their wages for lodging. Straight on. Police are no longer among Europe's wanderers. Wait Montreal to repatriate 500 Yuguslavs who prefer to try. They're not leaving empty-handed among Persian Square. You're a goddamn Venice. Keep going straight. So these people return to a native land. I love the move Angel Flame presents Maria Tilton with her lovely. That's my desire. Straight through the next intersection. Right turn coming up. Any
vicinity see the man at 211 just occurred. Stand by for further unit. Christ alive. Anyone in the vicinity, see the man in 211 just occurred. Third and Hill Street. Stand by for further unit to handle code three. Identify. What took you so long? They're getting away. What happened here, sir? They They had guns. Dirty louses took everything and then booked. They went that way. The the the stairs alongside the track. You look like a rat with a gold wearing watch like LAPD. Cops making a run to the car. Stop himself. Car 11K. Shots fired. The
suspect is down at Third and Hill. It's code four here, but I need an ambulance. 11K. Roger on the ambulance. Audience, the shooting at Third Neil Street is code for code for Isn't that the cop who won the medal and is solving all the cases? Right up ahead. Keep going straight. Next right. Are you blind? Take the next left. Right turn coming up. Oh my god. Get over it. Get it. Get it. Hey, I know you. No, you don't. She wants a fivestar goddamn wedding. We were at school together. H how about you buy me
a drink for for all time's sake? Uhhuh. Collamn ruins are having a season for looking for someone. You know Frank Morgan? Sure. Frank's a regular. He's a loner in the back. That's one heck of a Sunday. Wow. Frank Morgan. Frank Morgan. Who's ass? Cole Phelps, LAPD. I understand you're a friend of Adrien Black. Yeah, I know. Are you aware that he's missing? No, I hadn't heard that. Tough break. We found Black's car abandoned in a freight depot covered in blood. You know anything about that, Morgan? Hell no. Uh, I'm I'm sorry to hear that. I
like Adrien. He He's a good boss. Please don't tell me you actually believe this jerkoff. Phelps. You're lying, Morgan. You were there. And you're talking out your ass, detective. How about you prove I was out at that railard? Man can't have a quiet drink on his own anymore. When did you last see Adrian? Hell, I don't know. Uh, I had plenty to drink last night. Things are a little sketchy. I mean, I'm doing something down. If he was on his way to meet you when he went missing, you're going to have to do a lot
better than I don't recall. He had a couple and then left. I guess maybe he had to go meet someone. That's the best I can do. [snorts] This doesn't add up. Morgan, your excuses don't help. Let's see how you enjoy the LAPD taking an interest in your life. You want my opinion? We tell Morgan. I say he's lying. And whatever hole he's got Adrien stashed in, he's got to go back there sometime. Oh no. Not the susp. He sure left his drink in a hurry. Easy, Cole. Better back it off. I bet he wishes he'd
rehearsed that story better now. What's wrong with you? Should be revoked. Slow down. isn't even hit the brakes. You want my opinion? He sure left his drink in a hurry. in a hurry. I bet he wishes he'd rehearsed that story better now. Are those set? Oh. Oh. you. I want you. You've got a pretty funny idea of what keeping a low profile means, Phelps. 35. Too close, Phelps. You're way too close. Where are you taking us, Mr. Morgan? Well, let's check the place out. Come on. Day one of the big time and you're already tailing
drunks home from bars. You having fun yet? I told you it was non-stop clam to work in traffic, didn't I? I'm just trying to learn. Oh, come on, Phelps. Save the creepy teachers pet stuff for Liry. It won't work on me. Apartment two. All right, let's pay our friend a visit. See if he's missed us yet. Who the hell is that? Will you relax? Jesus, Adrien, I told you we're in the clear. I'll get it. Ah [ __ ] It's over, Morgan. Mr. Black, LAPD, give yourself up now. I knew it. Phelps, go out. I'll
try and hit him off in the car. Remember, the gun is the last resort. There's no point running, Adrian. Mr. Black, get back here right now. [screaming and crying] It's over. Adrien, stop right there. Adrien, why not just come clean with her, Black? Why the mellow drama? I thought it would be easier. No, it just got a whole lot harder. Adrien Black, you're under arrest for conspiracy and fraud. We'll see what the DA has to say about wasting police resources on a wild goose chase like this. You're going to lose your wife, lose your job,
and probably end up in the big house. I hope she was [music] worth it. Adrian, that turned out to be quite some case, huh, Adrien? What an idiot. You got an arrest and a clearance in your first case and in fine style, too. Well done, detective. Efficient investigation technique, good public presence. You keep that up and you learn from Bicowski Here, you could go a long way in this department. B in they put the murder. Okay, we're going to keep this short. I'm already late for the DA. First up, Phelps Picowski. We got a report
of a brand new Packard abandoned an empty lot off Second Street between Olive and Gran. PR is when Oswald Jacobs says the vehicle was dumped in his backyard. There's a patrolman on site. Get down there and see what you can turn up. Any questions? Good. Get going. And then the lounge called and says we're going to marry better go earn our pathetic wages. You know you Ohinelligence has information on a stolen car racket. An abandoned vehicle. You catch all the good ones, huh Phelps? Sounds like there's more to it than that. Nobody dumps a shiny
new Packard unless they borrowed it without asking. You don't say. We're on fire today, Einstein. Very funny. Come on, my intense protege. Let's go save the world. [laughter] 496. Oh, come on. You hear about Adrien? Broad in Seattle. Threw him out. Wife says she's going to take him back. Women generally show more compassion. What are you [laughter] talking about? Adrien dumped on her. He was humping the secretary. Margaret should show some pride. Pride comes before a fall. Bicowski. Talking from experience. goddamn drunk drivers. What? Well, it's okay. Hi Leo. Phelps traffic. I'm officer Hulahan. Car's
down the alleyway. Detectives, we got a call about an abandoned vehicle. Yes, sir. The car has flags. Might be some kind of diplomatic vehicle. Has anyone touched this vehicle since you arrived? No. And that Jacob's bird over there was on station before I got here. We'll talk with him in a moment. Give us some time to look the place over. Sure, take your time. He's a soreheaded old son of a [ __ ] Anyway, owned by the Argentinian embassy. I must have taken the flag as a souvenir. Can't have it any street value. Don't think
this is going to help us. I'm trying to imagine you clear this area immediately. Optimistic coal. De brothers must have used it to remove the wheel lugs. [screaming] H don't think this is any use to us. Oswald Jacobs. That's right. What exactly happened here, Mr. Jacobs? Last night, I was looking out of my window. I like to keep an eye on what's going on. I can understand that. You see this empty lot? Damn kids play stickball here. Always breaking my windows. Always asking for their ball back. Can we get back to the car, Mr. Jacobs?
Don't be impatient, Sunny. Anyways, last night I see this brand spanking new Packard up on bricks. Did you see who stole the Packard? Hell yes I did. I saw three godamn Mexicans going to work on it. Can you tell us what they were doing? Using the headlights of an old Ford so they could strip the thing. I yelled out to them, "I'll call the cops." So, they loaded up their car and drove off, tooting and hollering and yelling obscenities at me in Mexican. You speak Spanish, sir? No, I do not. After the uh Mexicans left,
you didn't go anywhere near the car. After I scared him off? No, I didn't go anywhere near that car. You went out to the car. Once they were gone, you had to take a look for yourself. I was curious. Ain't a law against that. So, what if I took a look around that car? You can't be accusing me of nothing. Tell me about the car they were driving. It was an old Ford. I didn't catch the license number. You look like the kind of guy who notices details. You're right there. The car was old, but
it looked brand new. Candy apple red paint job stands out a mile. [snorts] Phelps, badge 1247. How could I help, detective? Could you run the name Dewey Brothers? Possibly a dealership or car mechanics workshop. One moment. Dewey Brothers Packard dealership, 629 Figuroa Street. Got it. Thanks, ma'am. Boom. Wow. Battle as this. Stealing the wheels is for amateurs. The car ring would have stripped it in a warehouse. Empty. There is Check the car and the surrounds. This is a crime scene. We don't want anything missed. Those no account [ __ ] used to own the whole
of Los Angeles, but we ran them off. How about you get on with catching them? I don't know why you're doing that, buddy, but I wish you'd stop. Nice. Oh, watch. Let me through. I just want a quick look as all. you 11K responding. Go ahead. Okay, GPL 11K. It's a 459 there now. 267 South Main Street, Goldberg's Drugstore, code two. Damn. I know you panies is hiding from me. I going to find you all and eat you. Yes, sir. Damn. Why these places have so much preparation? Hennies give me speed. What are you doing?
Get the hell down from there, you glue a tick. You really need to lay off bastard. Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey. Do it again. All right. If you really want to dance, this is going to end in tears. I dare you. This has got to be the 50th abandoned vehicle call we have caught this year. One more and I'm going to go crazy. Not your favorite cases. You kidding me? This is barely even police work. Of all the bad guys in this city, we get lumped with the ones who can't
even be bothered to keep what they steal. Turn right when you can. Take the next right. Fires to Betsy. Stay off the moon. Don't tell me. Let me guess. You were making your way past the lot, caught sight of the new model four-door, and couldn't help yourself. You could see yourself in that car, and just had to take a closer look. Well, I can't say as I blame you. LAPD Mac. We'd like to speak with the owner. That's me, William Dwey, proprietor at your service. We're investigating the theft of a packard belonging to the Argentine
embassy. Are you missing a combination wrench? I don't know, detective, but I know how we can find out. Follow me. Mhm. We keep all our tools in here. Mind if we look around? Be my guest. You sure you guys aren't interested in a new car? Huh? Maybe a used car? I have some nice used cars for guys in your wage bracket. Why don't you give us some alone time, Dewey? Go sell some cars or whatever it is that you do here. That's not right. parts. One left. Gabriel Delgado is missing a 3/4. Not everything here
is going to be relevant. I don't think so. No. Doesn't tell me anything. Seems irrelevant. If you don't mind, we have a few questions. A wrench from this dealership was used to strip the wheels from a Packard last night. Mr. Dwey, a couple of Hispanics were seen taking parts. We've had a spade of thefts ourselves. Comes with the location. Even bastards steal anything the minute your back is turned. What are you hiding, Dewey? Spill it. You don't want the LAPD getting too interested in this place. So, I hire a few illegals. It's cheaper than hiring
returning GIs. They have less attitude. Downside is they're a little lightfingered. [snorts] Where can we find Delgado? I don't know. He sure as hell isn't here. You're lying. You got him holed up somewhere. I'm having nothing to do with that kid. You can't prove any different. That kid's temper's like a time bomb. I want nothing more to do with him or you. We'll be keeping an eye on you, Dewey, and spreading the word that you don't like to cooperate with the LAPD. You know, the main reason Santa is cuz he knows where all the bad
girls live. Are you trying? He just cracked. Cole Phelps, badge 1247. How can I help, detective? I heard he's an honest cop. I need an address for a Gabriel Delgado. Delgato. Last known address has him living with a common law wife. 103 Hill Street, apartment 3. We really ought to take more time over the Packard, Phelps. Let's head back to the empty lot. He wants a fivestar godamn Hey, there's such a thing as soap, you know. Look, it's the latest thing. What? It's not a It's not a Sorry. You read this story in The Examiner
about the Navy developing threedimensional movies. What's a dimension? You know, like a graph. Vertical axis is Y and horizontal is X. Well, that's clear as mud. Third dimension would be Z. Eyes on the road. I knew I should have driven. Okay. Third dimension would be Z. So things will be popping out of the screen. That's ridiculous. Scare people out of the theater. God's name would want that. I don't know. People scoffed at the idea of talking and color. Look what we have now. Shots fired off. Chatau and Valencia. Chatau and Valencia. Shots fired. unit to
handle code three. Identify That's no way to drive. Officer needs help. 103. God damn maniac. Slow down. Yeah. Okay, let's see what Gabriel has to say for himself. I just hope our archangel hasn't already flown. What the hell is this guy doing? Hey, that's that cop. Seems like a decent guy. Yes. LAPD. Ma'am, we're looking for Gabriel Delgado. Gabrielle. We're from the police. Policia. You understand? Yes, I understand. Could you come inside? What is your name? Anna Rodriguez. Is Gabriel Delgado here? Miss Rodriguez? No. What do you want with Gabrielle? Is he in trouble? Stay
where you are, Miss Rodriguez. We need to take a look around. But he is not here. I have told you. Check out the surrounds. I'll stay with the broad How long are you, Anna? Nearly 20 weeks. Right. So, how's it going to be when you go into labor and he's not around? You are wrong about Gabrielle. Incidental. He will be a good father already. He works hard to provide for us. Unless you help us here, Anna, your little one won't be seeing Papa for a very long time. Difficult to tell whether it's the suspect vehicle
from the scene. Certainly Gabriel's pride and joy. Nope. Junk. Junk. Don't think this is anything. Nothing. Serving breakfast for two. Anna, you should have cleared up. Oh, don't know that. Nothing significant. This doesn't pertain to the case. diplomatic. You're in serious trouble, Miss Rodriguez. But Gabrielle is not here. I have done nothing wrong. Mhm. Why did he steal the car, Anna? The customer insulted him. He has his honor. No. Mhm. Gabriel's been in trouble before. He left you here alone to answer for him. And you expect me to believe that his motive was honor? Please
don't yell at me. I've done nothing wrong. Tell us the truth, Anna. Has Gabriel been here? I haven't seen him for at least three nights. I mean, she You keep lying to me and I'll send you and your baby to jail. He lives here, but he hasn't come home. I swear it. Enough, Anna. There are signs all over this place that he's been back. He was here last night. I have never seen him so angry. He went out to his shed and put some things in it. I don't know what and I don't want to
know. I love him. We found a license plate matching our stolen vehicle in the shed. Add in the assortment of parts and we can make Gabriel for a dozen other thefts. It's time to get serious. Anna, you must ask these questions of Gabrielle. I know nothing of these car parts. Then tell us where he is. If your baby is born in prison, Anna, the corrections officers will take it from you. You will see your son or daughter through a metal grate for half an hour a week. The start line is on first and Santa. There
is a spillway under the bridge that leads to the river. Many polyia have wrecked trying to follow him. [snorts] We will put in a good word for you, Anna. As far as we're concerned, this sits with Gabriel. Start line. That sounds like a street race to me. It's gotten out of hand this last year. No wonder Delgato has such an eye for fine automobiles. We know where the kid is. Let's go stop these clowns and get them off the streets. Isn't he the cop they've been talking about on the radio? Foundation. Where damn. What kind
of man leaves his pregnant girlfriend at home while he goes off to playgrounds? Watch it. Pregnant girlfriends aren't always a barrel of laps. Everyone needs to let off a little stage. Some guys wouldn't come back home at all. Are you talking from experience? Slow down before someone gets hurt. Another one springs up somewhere else. Kids used to steal cars to sell them. Now they just want to wrap them around a lamp post. The next 16-year-old I have to peel off the sidewalk, you're calling the mother. I've had enough of those to Last me a lifetime.
Any unit will handle citizen reports 437. All units in the vicinity, citizen reports of 415 at the corner of Banning and Santa Fe. Suspect vehicles engaged in illegal street racing. Units to handle code three identified. Okay, here's some of them. There's the red Ford. That's Delgato right there. Quick, they're getting away. Phelps 1247 requesting assistance at First and Santa Fe. Reports of an illegal street. Stay on Delgato. He's getting away. You're going to lose him. Oh my god. So for the father was our boy. Forget the others. Heaven's the best thing. Those hills to Los
Angeles lay into his wheel arches. Come on. Enough games, Phelps. Take this guy out. God damn it, Cole. Hold it steady. or murder. Really? Gabriel Delgado, you're under arrest for Grand Theft Auto. [ __ ] you, PTO. You should speak to American. I should have burned his [ __ ] collar. Also, [laughter] he cut him. Boom. You got a foreign dignitary outed as a fruit and a kitty raper, a car dealer we're going to let slide for the kickbacks, and a street punk car thief who sure as hell won't be taking liberties with other people's
autos again anytime soon. That Detective Phelps is not a bad hall. You keep your chin low and your hands high, and you keep bringing me clearances just like that one. That's textbook policing and we need more of it in this department. You have any plans for weekend Liberty? Jack, my sisters have been working in Los Angeles in a bomber factory. They're coming down to visit. I'm meeting them at the station at 6:00. Good for you, Jack. Are they cute? They're my sisters, Hank. Attention. Final inspection before Liberty. Good job, Kelso. Are we going somewhere, gentlemen?
Full inspection. It better be exceptional. If any of you want Liberty this weekend, Kelso, this carbine, the boar is dirty. No, it isn't. Are you arguing with me, Kelso? Do what you need to do, Sergeant. You know the boar is immaculate. Weekend liberty canled two-day field drill. Man, clean this rifle. No. Do you know the penalty for insubordination, Kelso? Jack, don't do it. Forget him, Hank. He doesn't have what it takes. Are you two finished? Are you going to clean this rifle? No, Sergeant Cole is right. I'm going to stop playing games and join a
rifle company and fight the real enemy. Wow. Race cafe builds. All right, gentlemen. I just got this handed to me. A hit and run felony at Ray's Cafe, 208 North Los Angeles. Got a patrolman on site. The coroner's on his way. Get down there. See if you can find any witnesses who can put a make on the car. Need a drink. I got the jitters again. Got this gadget whiz putting recording devices into the place for me. Still confessed. Ah, looks like the DA is going to press charges. Anna Rodriguez might do time. I'll speak
to the DA. She suffered enough. I don't know, Cole. She's an easy make and the DA likes convictions. I'll convince him to let it go. How you do that? I'll give him something better. Bans give water for much He confeder. Breakfast. Detectives over here. Cole Phelps, traffic. What have we got? Vic is a white male name of Lester Patterson. Walked out of the bar and into the street. Car hit over there and he ended up here dead on impact by the look of it. Have you canvased the area? The only one with anything useful to
contribute is the young lady over there. She lives above the bar name of Shannon Perry. No, it's not a stage name. 24 years old. She left Kansas to follow the yellow brick road. Is that so? We'll take a formal statement later. Right now, we're going to take a look around. That can't be right. Landed on his face and ended up here. Car must have struck him from behind. Phelps, you should take a look at the body. Poor guy didn't stand a chance. Patterson has life insurance. Let's try L. We can notify next of Ken. [screaming]
No. Well, what have you got on the victim? From all reports, he was intoxicated at the time of the accident. I'll know how intoxicated once I've done the autopsy. Looking him over now, I'd say he died on impact. What about the chest wound? Isn't that inconsistent? Very common in auto injuries. Look for a car with a prominent hood ornament. Those things are killers. Careful where you're stepping, Phelps. I don't come down to the station house and tap dance on your desk. Body traveled a good 20 ft. This blood is a long way from the body.
Car must have been going like a bat out of hell. Fair chain. So, the driver managed to break before the impact. Oh, no. She's all yours, detective. Miss Perry. Yes. I'm Detective Phelps. This is my partner, Detective Bicowski. Can you tell us what happened? Well, I came to the window because I heard people arguing downstairs. Okay. Then what happened? I saw a car hit that poor man and knock him down the street. Okay. What kind of car was it? A dark red Lincoln Continental. Okay. Did you see the license plate? Only the first three letters,
I'm afraid. 3 C8. [snorts] Okay. Tell me more about the argument you heard. Well, there were two voices, a man and a woman. That's all. Why are you holding out on us, Miss Perry? I'm sorry. I was hoping to tell my story to the newspapers. I'd like to get my picture in the paper. trying to find work as an actress and things are pretty difficult. Cough it up, sister. We don't have all night. The people arguing, they were husband and wife. I could tell by what she was yelling. Intimate things. Very embarrassing for the man.
Thank you, Miss Perry. Your information has been very helpful. You can go now. You really think so? I hope you find that driver and put him away. You certainly got away with the dames, Phelps. Give it a rest, Bowski. Let's see what the patrons have to say. I'll take the bartender. You work the rest of the room. Courtney, come in. Have a seat. Thanks, doctor. How are you finding working at the clinic? It's uh fine. Are you sure? Can I be honest with you, doctor? I would hope so. Courtney, I was hoping that the therapy
would be more beneficial. Treatment can unfortunately be very long-term. So many of the patients here are addicts, doctor. Many of them have been for years, Courtney. In the past, these people were condemned [music] to sanatoriums. If we can reveal the root of the problem, then we have a chance to help them. And until then, they stay sedated. Do I detect a hint of reproach? I was expecting more, doctor. I'm sorry. I don't mean to criticize. Part of being a physician, Courtney, is learning to be patient. How is it possible to keep so many of them
on their medications, doctor? Many of their addictions are illegal. Oh, many things in life are gray, Courtney. What may on the surface appear to be illegal is actually of benefit to society at large. I'm Detective Phelps of the LAPD. How can I help, detective? Your name would be a good start. Dudley Lynch. Hired help. I run the place when the owner ain't around. Where is the owner? He stepped out. Somebody had to take Lorna, Mrs. Patterson, home. What can you tell me about the accident? Not a lot. It was busy in here and all I
heard was the impact. So, what was he doing outside? It's against licensing regulations to drink on the sidewalk. Esther and Lorna were having a fight. The owner made him take it outside. It was pretty ugly. Do you know the victim? Yeah, Lester Patterson. He's a regular here. Or he was not one of your favorite customers. Lester was special, but not my kind of special. Was Lester drinking alone? No, he came here with his wife. She didn't seem too interested in the booze, though. A witness overheard an argument. [snorts] Lester and Lorna, there's nothing like airing
your dirty laundry in public, is there? Why was Lorna Patterson in such a hurry to leave? What is going on here? Lorna was pretty upset, so Leroy took her home. Lorna and Leroy are close. They've been talking about opening a new bar. Leroy. Leroy Sabo, the owner. How long have Lorna and Leroy been talking about this new bar? Who knows? I just served the drinks. [ __ ] Bartenders hear all sorts of things. Are you going to tell me or do we have to start playing rough? When Lester was drinking, he treated Lorna like dirt.
He gambled away all their money. Lorna pitched Leroy about the bar. I don't know how interested he is. Is Leroy doing well? [snorts] Hell no. The only thing keeping this place afloat to the poker games. Thanks for your help, Lynch. I'm going to need you to sign a statement with the patrolman. You get anything out of the regulars? They weren't giving too much away. They liked watching Lester and Lorna go a few rounds every other day. And Lester was a fan of the love tap. So this is why everybody comes to raise. You can use
the phone in the back of the bar. Call in what we have on the suspect vehicle. Ah, okay. A knife covered in blood. Could be a steak knife. This is a hit and run case, Phelps. Anyone could have thrown away a kitchen knife. In any case, we'll want tech services to scrub the alleyway before they bag the knife. This is awful. Just awful. There are three. Why can't we get any closer? Those who vacuumed and those who can't. Is someone going to tell us what the hell is going on? Phelps badge 1247. How could I
help, detective? I need to run a partial license plate. Three Charles 8. Cross check possible Lincoln owners. Suspect vehicle is a red Lincoln Continental. Just a moment, detective. Only one possible make on that license. Registered to a William Shelton, 738 West Temple Street. Thanks for your help. Looks like we caught a break on this one. Phantom launch. It's a lucky break getting a partial ID. These cases are usually dead in the water after 24 hours if no one comes forward. Next right. Turn right when you can. Why don't they just stop? You heard about fight
or flight during the war? Sure. Never back your enemy into a corner. That kind of stuff, right? Well, in hit and run, the per is already in flight. It's easier to keep going. Takes a degree of moral courage to stop and accept responsibility. You're not as dumb as you make yourself out to be. Are you, Stefan? I didn't know I was making myself out to be, though. Follow him alone. We'll be taking the next right. Don't lose up here. Jimmy, don't do [screaming] the police. Call the police. Sh. Have they shelter? Vipono. That's the son
of a [ __ ] right there. William Shelton. Yes. It doesn't look good. Shelton, you packing your bags and making a run for it. You know why we're here. Yes. The accident. We've got witnesses who can put this car at the scene. Not to mention the physical damage. This is open and shut. lay into his wheel arches. Come on. [crying] Enough games, folks. Take this guy out. No wonder he killed someone driving like this. Don't let that [ __ ] get away. Oh [ __ ] Oh my goodness. All right, I give up. That's it.
Cuff them and we're done. Oh my god. Give it up. LAPD. How does a vehicular manslaughter rap sound? Shelton, I hit him. I admit it. I just panicked. But it wasn't my fault. What do you mean? The guy jumped right out in front of me. He came out of nowhere. There's nothing I could do about it. Why didn't you stop? I've had accidents before. That's it. We're done here. The DA is going to love you. They weren't all my fault. I'm a surveyor. I need my license for my job. There were people around. A woman
and a man were standing right next to him. I thought they could get him to a hospital. I'm telling you, it's not my fault. The guy is dead. Shelton, you can't be serious. William Shelton, you're coming downtown. We need to talk about a manslaughter charge. Leave the coroner and the paperwork. Procedure can wait. We should probably go speak to the wife and let her know what's happening. Okay. You become all hard at the prospect of paperwork, don't you? Also, Pattington Patterson. Okay. This isn't a tank, Phelps. Jimmy, don't do that. People got him. Careful. Yes.
Hello, Mrs. Patterson, is this about my husband? We're investigating the incident, ma'am. I see. Come in, won't you? Can you tell me what happened? What's to tell? He got hit by a car and now he's dead. You don't appear to be too upset about the fact. Lester and I met on a furlow in 44. We got married that weekend. People don't understand it now, but that happened a lot back then. I see. So, you probably did well to stick it out this long. What's that supposed to mean, mister? I think it's about time you left.
I have someone here. I beg your pardon. You're going to have to run that one by us again, sister. It's okay, Lorna. I'm Leroy Sabo. Well, well, nice to see you're comforting the grieving widow, Mr. Sabo. All right, wise guy. Do you have any intelligent questions you would like me to answer? You can confirm Mrs. Patterson's story. Lester lost at cards. He was kind of hard to control when he lost his temper. He turned without looking and walked right out in front of the car. It wasn't good. What's your relationship with Mrs. Patterson, Mr. Sabo?
We're friends. Good friends. You expect me to believe that? Look, I was filing for divorce. Mental cruelty. Lester could be a mean son of a [ __ ] And Lester knew about that? No, I hadn't told him. Well, hasn't this worked out well for the two of you? I feel almost bad for busting in on this little rendevu. Well, how did the car come to hit Lester? He walked straight into the path of an oncoming car. [ __ ] You expect me to believe that, Lorna? It's all very convenient. Gambling for Lester was like the
needle for a hop head. He was yelling at me. He was yelling at the whole world. Kind of felt sorry for the driver. Poor guy had no chance. [snorts] You were arguing in the bar and on the sidewalk. We were always arguing. So what? Don't lie to me. Something was different this time. You're clutching at straws. I got Buru. You married? The arguments are never any different. main cab. [snorts] The bartender said that you and Leroy were planning to go into business together. Can you explain how you'll get the money to do that? I have
a little money saved away. You're being economical with the truth. Lorna, you want to back that up, little man? You increase the premium on Lester's life insurance. GI insurance policies have a $10,000 payout. It was Leroyy's idea. Lester lived on the edge. He was always getting into fights, crappy peuckle, you name it. Turns out it was good advice. It speaks to motive and premeditation. Lorna, you're forgetting the hit and run. Detective, you and Mr. Sabo have an interesting day. I'm sure we will, officer. Now, if you could both just leave. We're leaving, ma'am. Sorry for
your loss. I can see what a tough time you're having with all this. The autopsy result might have come back. Call in. Cole Phelps, badge 1247. How can I help, detective? Messages for me, please. Just one detective from the coroner. Message reads, "Phelps, see me at Central Morg immediately. Results of the Pisonson autopsy." Thanks, ma'am. I to spare the general population, please. Hey, look out for the pedestrians. Officer needs help. 333 South Main Street3. Main Street officer needs help. 211 shots fired. Get to code three. Identify. [screaming] What is jerk? Windows now [snorts] main street.
Damn, we be careful. Try making it to the next intersection without killing anybody. You nearly killed you. Do that for me. Nearly. Keep going straight. Officer needs help. 333 South Main Street. 333 South Main Street. Officer needs help. 211. The shots fired. What's the situation? Uh, we got a hold up gun sour. Three guns locked themselves in with two hostages. I tried to go on through the front, but the place is a fortress. I nearly got a mouthful of lead from my trouble. All right, I'll see if I can get in through the back. All
right, I'll stay here and keep him busy. Let's go by the back. Oh my god. Reinforcements are on the way. Cease and desist. Stay down. I've got you fell. Quick, up the stairs. Get after him. I got to cut him. Put the weapon down now. Car 11K. I've been involved in a shooting at 333 South Main Street. Global loan in jewelry. It's code 4 now, but the suspect is down. I need an ambulance here. I notify my supervisor and the corner. 11K, Roger on the ambulance and corner. Your supervisor will be notified 11K reports code
for on the shooting at 333 South Main Street, Globe Jewelry and Loan. Unbelievable. God damn maniac. Take it easy, Phelps. I'd rather get there in one piece. Do I tell you how to drive? Necro. You aren't learning much when your mouth is open. We can put the driver in front of a judge in less than a week. You'd be making a big mistake. Run that by me again. The victim was dead before the car hit him. Two puncture wounds to the right side of the thorax. Second puncture reached his heart. You're kidding me. Been doing
this job 23 years, son. No one's ever laughed at one of my jokes. He was stabbed to death. Long sharp knife length of a bayonet. We found a knife in the alleyway. Where is it now? Was it bagged? By patrolman Kaplan. Perfect. I'll get you a definite match. Jesus. We got him. Murder one. Right there. He tried to stare us down. Now they'll both get the gas chamber. We have the knife. We have the corners report. And I bet we could roll Sabo as a witness. Let's bring her in. Isn't that the cop who solved
the big case and got promoted? Yeah, for Bruins are having a season from hell. Right turn coming up. Shots fired. Chatau and Valencia. Valencia. Shots fired. Okay. I sure believe that driver. Oh [ __ ] No. No. Jesus Cole. 18 beans. So, he drove me up to Mo. SP. What a base. almost dangerous. You idiot. Hey, you're destroying the place. Not a care in the world. He confirmed your husband's cause of death. We'd like you to come downtown and answer some questions. It wasn't me. It was Leroyy's idea. Leroy stabbed him. I had nothing to
do with it. Where is Leroy now? He's in the bedroom. You're very good, Lorna. Put the gun down, Leroy. If you do something stupid now, you don't stand a chance in front of the grandchild. Nice of you to give me up, sweetheart. All that whispering in my ear telling me how he had to get rid of him. how good it could be. All the money we could claim. All that planning. How to get him into the street. How to make it look like an accident. For God's sake, shut up. My face is covered, baby. I
have nothing to do with You think I'm going to fry for you, Lord? Crazy man. Shoot him. Shoot him. For God's sake. Ah, don't take on anyway. Sabo, stop or I will shoot. What are you a doctor? You come any closer and I will pull the trigger. Put the weapon down now. Have it. No, it's too late. Next time you're mine. That's fair. Huh? You look spooked, Phelps. I thought you'd been under fire before. It never gets any easier. Bicowski. So, I give you a hit and run. You bring me back fraud, conspiracy, and firstdegree
murder. This is how a good detective operates, Phelps. You take nothing at face value. You keep digging and asking questions until you get to the truth. You got some sharp elbows on you, detective. I like that. Keep up the good work. Yes,
