The Bill (series 21)

The Bill Series 21
Country of origin United Kingdom
No. of episodes 106
Broadcast
Original channel ITV
Original run 5 January 2005 –
29 December 2005

Series 21 of British television drama The Bill consisted of 106 episodes, broadcast between 5 January and 29 December 2005. This series included a special half-hour two-hander episode dedicated to the departure of DC Jim Carver, and also saw the second major cast change of recent years, after the second Sun Hill fire. A second live episode was also broadcast during this series. One of four The Bill: Uncovered documentaries, "On the Front Line", remains unaired to this day in the United Kingdom as its broadcast was cancelled due to events that occurred in London that day, which resulted in a breaking news bulletin being aired in its place. On 5 February 2014, The Bill Series 21 Part 1-3 and The Bill Series 21 Part 4-6 DVD sets were released (in Australia).

Cast Changes

Arrivals

Departures


Episodes

# Title Episode notes Directed by Written by Original air date Prod #
1"Cure the Sin (275)"First Appearance of DC Jo MastersJo JohnsonJoe Fraser5 January 2005
Sheelagh becomes anxious when she is unable to contact Lance hours before his marriage ceremony. Steve tries to find out if anyone knows where Lance went when he left his stag due, but anxiety turns to fear when the CCTV which he pulls from the pub shows Lance being kidnapped and bundled into the back of a van. Unaware that his so-called 'friends' are behind the vicious attack, determined to 'cure' him of his homosexuality, Roger is blind to the fact Lance is in the next room when he is plugging his friend for information. Meanwhile, Terry discovers his brother Ben's new address, and tries to convince Ben's wife Lucy of his suspicions that Ben has been abusing his nephews.
2"Double Jeapordy: Part One (276)"Sylvie BodenAndrew Taft6 January 2005
Roger and Steve arrest a drink driver caught at the wheel of his car, only to discover that he is one of Jack's former prisoners who absconded from police custody two years previously. Whilst in custody, the suspect is taken ill with a possible virus and sent to St. Hugh's. Yvonne fails to take the advice of the relief and manages to cause a riot when a minor protest outside the hospital escalates. As Steve is drafted in to help calm the rioters, Roger is unexpectedly overcome by the suspect's son, who arrives armed in an attempt to break his father out of police custody. Honey arrives in the nick of time to prevent an escape, but finds herself being held at gunpoint by the boy's brother.
3"Double Jeapordy: Part Two (277)"Sylvie BodenDamian Wayling12 January 2005
Neil and Jack arrive at Sgt. Hugh's to speak to suspect Roland O'Brien, only to walk right into the middle of a hostage situation - finding themselves being tied up in the boiler room by O'Brien's deranged son. Adam arrives to take charge of the situation, and assigns Jo to be the negotiator in the absence of the hostage negotiation team. Jo attempts to use O'Brien's ex-girlfriend, who is now carrying his baby, in an attempt to secure Roger's safety. Meanwhile, Steve sees red and rescues Honey from the clutches of O'Brien's other son, wrestling him to the floor. When Roger attempts to obtain medical help for Roland, he gets into a tussle with his son, and the gun fires, injuring the boy.
4"He Who Has No Will (278)"First Appearance of PSCOs Colin Fairfax and Laura BryantNigel KeenHarold Jordan13 January 2005
Smithy is assigned to puppywalk two new PSCOs assigned to the station - Colin Fairfax and Gabriel's former arch-nemesis, Laura Bryant. The trio investigate when a group of local youths vandalize lifts in a local tower block, and then attack the property of a local resident. However, an illegal search conducted by Laura proves to be an issue in securing a conviction. Meanwhile, Jim is assigned as SIO on the case of Karen Burnett, who has disappeared without trace on her way home from work. Honey is assigned as Family Liason Officer, and speaks to the victim's husband, Scott, who is concerned for her welfare. Sam is outraged when Abi announces that she is marrying abductor Hugh.
5"Motivated By Love (279)"Nigel KeenGraham Mitchell19 January 2005
Sam and Abi hideaway in Peter Baxter's empty flat in an attempt to stay out of Hugh's clutches. However, back at the station, Jack's lack of support for Sam grows stronger when Hugh claims that Sam has abducted her own daughter. When Phil realizes that Sam's suspicions have been true all along, he confronts Hugh but finds himself the recipient of a formal complaint. Sam desperately tries to make Abi realise she has been brainwashed, but Hugh continues to try and win her over. Meanwhile, Terry and Jim interview one of Karen Burnett's friends, and in a search of wasteground near to his place of work, she is found dead having been the victim of a violent assault.
6"A Difficult Subject (280)"Laurence MoodyKatherine Smith20 January 2005
Jo and Suzie investigate when a young boy is attacked in an area known to be frequented by rent boys. Arresting their prime suspect proves to be the catalyst for a much bigger problem, when suspect Ravi Shah accuses DAC Roy Pearson of being part of a peadophile ring. However, when Suzie organises a raid on the home of known pimp Julian Hargreaves, she fails to uncover any proof of his involvement. Meanwhile, Ramani interviews Abi over her accusations against against Hugh, and a search of a previously undiscovered flat belonging to Hugh reveals vital evidence to prove his involvement, and suspect Greg Campbell is charged with the murder of Karen Burnett.
7"Ignorance vs. Prejudice (281)"Kelly Marcel guest stars.Laurence MoodyIsabelle Grey26 January 2005
Roger and Lance discover the decomposing body of a vagrant on some wasteground, but despite extensive investigation, fail to identify the victim, until fingerprint analysis reveals it to be none other than Jim's ex-wife, Marie. Sheelagh and Leela investigate a case of criminal damage, prompting to Colin voice his opinions on inter-racial relationships. However, the case soon escalates when the accused claims that her ex-boyfriend has deliberately infected her with HIV. Leela soon suspects that Sheelagh's agressive attitudes towards the suspect may be a result of racial prejudice. Meanwhile, Neil confronts his father-in-law over allegations made by Ravi Shah.
8"Talk is Cheap (282)"Richard StandevenHenrietta Hardy27 January 2005
Sheelagh and Leela are called to the scene of an unconscious baby, who subsequently dies in hospital. When a neighbour accuses the parents of abusing the baby, Sheelagh struggles to put her personal differences to one side and finds herself questioning who is responsible for the baby's death. Meanwhile, Yvonne and Amber investigate when a robber leaves a rather strange calling card at the scene of his latest burglary - a picture of his backside on the fax machine. Phil and Terry then discover an elaborate plan to set-up the husband of the robber's ex-girlfriend. Neil blows his top and assaults Phil when Phil makes a snide remark about his father-in-law's use of rent boys.
9"Friday Night Shift (283)"Richard StandevenHarold Jordan2 February 2005
Gary isn't best pleased when his prime suspect for the assault of a young boy is freed from custody after the boy refuses to give evidence. Meanwhile, Yvonne is tasked with overseeing her first friday night shift as Acting Sgt. Amber and Steve attend a distress call to find an old friend of Amber's, who is accusing a man of groping her in a bar. Amber ignores her plea, but the situation turns from bad to worse when a second call comes in and the girl is found raped. Phil, Gary and Ken decide to paint the town red, only for Phil to find Gary's suspect in the assault case dealing drugs in a nightclub, while Yvonne's failure to deal with a drunk and disorderly following a robbery claim leads to an RTA.
10"The Suttle Approach (284)"Return of Sgt. June AcklandSven ArnsteinRoy Boulter3 February 2005
Gary decides to call in sick after his night of passion with his date from the nightclub. Phil and Ken investigate when Yvonne stops and searches a driver who is found in possession of a large quantity of cash - and a bag of cocaine. When Phil and Ken discover a link between the driver and Gary's date, Gary realises he has been caught up in the middle of a money laundering scam. Meanwhile, Andrea attends when a young woman is found having been raped by a minicab driver the night before, and decides to set up a sting to catch the culprit in action. June returns to duty following her early retirement, but she makes it plain to the relief that she's not prepared to be a figure of fun or pity.
11"Of No Fault (285)"Sven ArnsteinSteve Griffiths9 February 2005
Gary is determined to bring his former lover to justice for her part in the money laundering scam, and when Phil and Ken's undercover operation goes awry, Gary realises the pressure is entirely on his shoulders to get a result. An unexpected surprise comes when Jo uses a neat trick to cover-up Gary's part in the scam. Meanwhile, June and Roger are called to a disturbance at a train station, where a group of rowdy schoolgirls have been accused of fare dodging. As a scuffle ensues, Amber jumps to Leela's defense when one of the girls tries to attack her with a broken bottle. Roger, however, comes off worse when one of the girls accuses him of sexually assaulting her during the skirmish.
12"In the Driving Seat (286)"First Appearance of PC Dan CasperMichael CockerDavid Lane16 February 2005
Jim investigates a malicious communication sent to the MD of a law firm, but discovers that someone close to home may be responsible. Meanwhile, Smithy, Gabriel, Andrea and Laura begin the search for an alzheimers patient who has disappeared from his family home. When Gabriel catches three youths attacking the man, a scuffle ensues and the boy receives a facial injury, but Andrea can't be sure if Gabriel dealt the blow. At Hendon, Amber and Leela are paired with probationer Dan Casper to undertake the response level driving course, but Amber's attempts to chat up the lesbian instructor prove to be her downfall. Andrea is finally exposed when Neil catches her with her editor.
13"Exposed (287)"Michael CockerRod Lewis17 February 2005
Colin's racist attitude rears it's ugly head when he first on the scene of a racially motivated argument between a garage owner and an Asian customer who is refusing to pay. Smithy suspects that he and the suspect, who are old workmates, have concocted a false report in an attempt to throw the light onto the Asian victim. Meanwhile, Sam receieves a grilling when she takes to the stand at the trial of serial rapist Alan Kennedy, when the QC attempts to use her decision to use Hugh Wallis on the case against her. Leela ends up chasing a suspect during her final drive on the training course, but a less than sensible Amber fails to even reach her final drive after nursing a hangover.
14"Confessions of a Killer (288)"Final Appearance of DC Ken DrummondNic PhillipsSimon Moss23 February 2005
Andrea is called as a witness to give evidence in the Kennedy rape trial, but having been exposed as an undercover journalist leaves her credibility in tatters. An angry Sam slaps Andrea when Kennedy manages to walk free from court. Having been suspended, Andrea attempts one final mission by trying to prove that Gabriel was the Sun Hill sniper - only to end up being held hostage in a storeroom by the crazed copper. Meanwhile, Jim and Ken raid a warehouse where a group of Asian men are suspected of selling counterfeit goods. The raid sparks a row between Colin and Leela, and Ken is sent to arrest the wayward copper - but the events which follow prove to be fatal.
15"Inferno (289)"Final appearances of PC Andrea Dunbar and SRO Marilyn ChambersNic PhillipsMark Johnson24 February 2005
Adam takes control of the team in the wake of the fire, but trouble ensues for June when whilst clearing the prisoners from custody, two make good their escape in an unlocked area car. Meanwhile, a smug Gabriel saves Smithy from the wreckage of the building, leaving Andrea to perish. As Jim is hot on the tail of the two escaped prisoners, Roger suggests that their escape might be connected to the attack - leaving a furious Jim to attack one of the suspects when he tracks them down. Reg arrives back at the station to find Marilyn, but his worst fears are confirmed when he arrives at St. Hugh's. The day turns from bad to worse for Jim when he catches June and Roger in a passionate clinch.
15a"Moving On (289a)"Final appearance of DC Jim Carver, special half-hour episodeSylvie BodenKatherine Smith24 February 2005
Tony tries to prevent Jim from drowning his sorrows following his discovery that June has been having an affair with Roger. June tries to talk Jim round, but the appearance of Roger sparks hatred in Jim's eyes and Jim harshly attacks Roger in the street. Knowing that time is running out on their relationship, Jim tries to convince June to give him one more chance, and forgive his mistakes, until the pair are forced to teal with a tom and her punter who are caught fighting over a hot wired car. As the man tries to convince Jim of his innocence, Jim soon realises that his time at Sun Hill has come to an end, and decides to leave a lovelorn June to start a new life, far away from London.
15b"Jim's Story"Third of four "Uncovered" documentariesHenry KlejdysJulie Hill24 February 2005
Jim arrives home at his new flat, but soon comes to realise exactly what he has left behind. With nothing but a bottle of scotch and a run-down sofa, he starts to reminisce about his twenty-two-year career at Sun Hill. He discusses the events of his first day, where he arrived late at work due to a dodgy alarm clock; his two different stints working in CID, with the first being ended due to the controversial 'Tenure' process which was in effect at the time; his return to uniform and struggle with alcohol addiction; his transfer to CSU which he saw as the ladder back into CID; and his gambling debts of over £60,000, which nearly cost him his life at the hands of an evil loanshark, Zacadelli.
16"Slipping Away (290)"David EdwardsChristopher Reason2 March 2005
Leela and Tony deal with a group of Asian youths who are taunting the residents of the local estates, and the police. Leela performs a stop and search, but fails to find any incriminating evidence. Later, they are called to the scene when one of the local residents has imprisoned one of the youths in a phonebox for scrawling graffiti over a police poster. However, the incident takes an unexpected turn when the resident turns out to be the leader of a local extremist group, and Tony spots Colin fraternizing with him. Meanwhile, Roger and Amber deal with the case of a young mother who is refusing to give social services access to her child, until the child's father makes a shocking move.
17"Life's Too Short (291)"Final Appearance of PCSO Colin FairfaxDavid EdwardsHarold Jordan3 March 2005
Roger and Lance investigate a series of attacks aimed at the Asian community from a group of local schoolboys, including racist graffiti and a pig's head been nailed to the door of their Islamic centre, until the situation spirals out of control and one victim is stabbed during a street robbery. Meanwhile, Steve and Honey arrest a shoplifter who has stolen CDs from her local supermarket, only to discover that the jacket she is wearing links her to a series of jewellery thefts where more than £15,000 of jewellery was stolen. Jack and Jo are on the tail of an out of control Colin, before tracking him down at his friend's garage, where he threatens to burn the place to the ground, with everyone inside.
18"The Calm Before the Storm (292)"DI Neil Manson takes leaveRobert BiermanNicholas McInerny9 March 2005
Phil and Terry continue the investigation into the stabbing of Asian victim Hannah Begum, but suspect that her evidence isn't true to the events of the incident. Meanwhile, racial unrest continue to loom over the borough. Sheelagh, Gabriel and Laura are forced to break up a gang of youths smashing up cars on a local estate, while Leela and Roger are called to the scene of a violent assault in a video shop. Leela persuades her father to make a statement after she discovers that he witnessed an Asian man carry out the attack. Meanwhile, the funerals of Ken, Andrea and Marilyn take place, but Neil is torn over to attend the funeral of his former lover, or his friend and former colleague.
19"Taking a Stand (293)"DI Rowanne Morell transfers to Sun HillRobert BiermanStephen Plaice10 March 2005
Phil and Terry are put through their paces when Rowanne arrives from MIT arrives for her first day at Sun Hill, covering for an absent Neil. As they continue on the trail of suspect Salim Haq, Leela urges her hospitalised father to make a statement against his attackers. Jo and Gary end up on the trail of a violent pimp responsible for an attack on the girlfriend of one of his toms, but Jo offers the tom a way out of the situation by suggesting that she becomes a police informant. Meanwhile, Sheelagh and Gabriel find a young girl hurt in the middle of the street, and Gabriel shows his compassionate side by attempting to protect the girl when he suspects that she is being abused by her mother.
20"A Different Ball Game (294)"Susan Gilmore guest stars.Alan McMillanGraham Mitchell16 March 2005
Leela finally manages to persuade her father to give evidence against Salim Haq, but an intimating message accompanied by a bouquet of flowers become the catalyst for him to change his mind. Jo warns Gary against approaching tom Eve Miller for information, but Gary ignores her orders and Jo is forced to pick up the pieces. As Jack and Rowanne get closer to nailing Haq, Jo and Phil find that a handgun is missing from rival Yusef Miah's flat. Meanwhile, Gabriel sets out to prove schoolgirl Gemma Bentley is being abused by her stepmother, and finds an ally in Sheelagh. However, his methods are soon questioned when the stepmother comes into the station to make a complaint.
21"An Ominous Warning (295)"Alan McMillanHarold Jordan17 March 2005
Gabriel sets out to rescue schoolgirl Gemma Bentley when the girl disappears without trace. Gabriel manages to locate her grandmother, who provides some vital information as to the child's whereabouts. Suspecting that the girl is being held prisoner, Gabriel conducts an illegal search and finds the young girl locked away in a cold, damp unlit cellar. As the evidence against her wicked stepmother racks up, Gabriel is rewarded for his efforts with a passionate kiss from Sheelagh. Meanwhile, Gina takes on the case of an elderly woman who has been robbed and assaulted by a local youth, only to discover that during the attack, the boy also took off all of his clothes and raped the woman.
22"Operation Mercury: Part 1 (296)"First Appearance of SRO Julian TavellDermot BoydNeil Jones23 March 2005
Laura and Lance head up a new operation on the Cole Lane Estate, known as Operation Mercury. Their attempt to get two young boys to give up information on a known dealer results in them crossing paths with an elderly man known as 'Asbo Boy', who has been harassing local youths for playing cricket in the street. While they deal with the latest incident involving 'Asbo Boy', Yvonne and Steve attend the scene when a drug dealer is thrown from a walkway on the estate. They soon discover an elderly resident has been flyposting pictures of the dealer in an attempt to name and shame him. Steve is forced to arrest Scott Burnett after he is caught brawling with Greg Campbell.
23"Operation Mercury: Part 2 (297)"Ram John Holder guest stars.Dermot BoydStuart Morris24 March 2005
Lance and Laura attempt to build relations on the Cole Lane estate by attempting to find common ground with both the young and the old's love of Cricket. Meanwhile, Jo and Terry's investigation into the assaulted drug dealer throws up an interesting name in the form of Wesley James, who according to source is responsible for supplying a number of dealers on the estate. Rowanne asks Gary to organise a bust in an attempt to catch James in the act, leaving Gary starstruck - until his failure to inform uniform soon results in a major cock-up of the operation. Meanwhile, Yvonne and Honey investigate when a bin-raiding gang begin targeting a very lucrative block of flats in the rich part of town.
24"Abuse in Kind (298)"PC Dan Casper transfers to Sun HillChris KingMaxwell Young30 March 2005
Dan Casper arrives for his first day at Sun Hill, and immediately risks life and limb to rescue a girl attempting to kill herself on a dual carriageway. He discovers that the young girl, Rosa Salcedo, who is Brazilian, is deaf and is unable to lip-read, but when an interpreter finally turns up, Dan discovers that Rosa has been raped and beaten by her employers. When Rosa absconds from a safe house, Dan and Gary discover that she has been having a relationship with her employer's son, and that he is responsible for her pregnancy. As they discover Rosa has been taken to have an unwanted abortion, Dan and Gary race to save her, but despite their best efforts, the case has a tragic ending.
25"To Protect and Serve (299)"PC Roger Valentine transfers to VPUChris KingNicholas McInerny31 March 2005
Sam and Terry continue covert surveillance of Alan Kennedy, but their day goes from bad to worse when an unwitting JT puts an innocent woman's life at risk by giving her Kennedy's address to pick up her lost handbag. With the operation blown, Terry soon realises that the woman's accusations against Kennedy are unfounded. Meanwhile, Tony and Reg deal with an interesting case where two burglars appear to have broken into the same flat at the same time, while Roger's first day in VPU finds him and Ramani dealing with the case of an elderly man who has been robbed and assaulted whilst withdrawing money. Roger soon discovers that the robber is someone close to home.
26"Moving Target (300)"First Appearance of DC Zain NadirNigel KeenJulian Unthank6 April 2005
Lance, Laura and Sheelagh continue their efforts on the Cole Lane Estate when an elderly man is attacked, and suspicion falls on two local dealers - one of whom is under surveillance by CID, and Lance's failure to report the attack results in uniform blundering right through a CID operation again. However, the case takes an ugly turn when one of the dealers is shot dead at the wheel of his car. Meanwhile, Roger investigates the hoax call made to Ramani's ex-boyfriend with a less than tactical approach, and Tony and Reg attend the scene when Alan Kennedy is found badly beaten in his home, and Sam and Terry discover the man responsible is a friend of Kennedy's first victim.
27"Dangerous Territory (301)"Nigel KeenHarold Jordan7 April 2005
DS Pete Lancaster from Trident arrives to take over the case involving the shooting of drug dealer Andy Marshall. Lance's suspicions that rival Adi Mateen is responsible for the shooting finds him entering a murky world of rival dealing. Laura manages to identify a young girl spotted running away from the scene, and the prime suspect is soon identified as dealer Carlton Gayle. Meanwhile, Sam and Terry are on the trail of Alan Kennedy when he claims to have kidnapped one of his former victims. However, Sam soon realises that Kennedy has set a trap for her. Ramani deals with a woman who has been savagely beaten by her husband, but is upset when the woman's witness statement disappears.
28"The Decoy: Part 1 (302)"Guest appearance by DS Mickey WebbRob KnightsTom Needham13 April 2005
Mickey Webb, now working with the National Crime Squad, returns to Sun Hill and informs Jack that the NCS suspect that Neil has ensured the silence of a key witness in a major money laundering trial. Neil's world begins to collapse around his ears when a meeting with the girl is followed by her attempted kidnapping. Already paranoid after discovering a bug in his house and an intruder rummaging through his rubbish, Neil begins to wonder if someone is trying to frame him, and enlists the help of an old friend who has information on a mole working within NCS. His suspicions are confirmed when he is beaten up, drugged and awakes to find himself next to a murder victim.
29"The Decoy: Part 2 (303)"Guest appearance by DS Mickey WebbRob KnightsMaxwell Young14 April 2005
As Neil is hauled into custody on a murder charge, mutual mistrust begins to brew when Suzie and Phil undercover evidence which suggests that Mickey could be the NCS mole. When witness Julia Hemmings dies of her injuries, Jack attempts to lean on Peter MacGowan in an attempt to drive a wedge between him and his son. Neil pretends to have hard evidence that a corrupt copper is responsible for his predicament - deliberately provoking an attempt on his own life as a way of proving his innocence. As Jack uncovers evidence which identifies the NCS mole as Mickey's fiance Liz, Neil is released on bail without charge, but Mickey's world begins to collapse around him.
30"This Will Bother You (304)"DI Rowanne Morell is promoted to DCISven ArsteinEmma Goodwin20 April 2005
Smithy and Yvonne attend the scene of a fight in a cafe, but the victim fails to give a reason behind the attack. Tony and Reg find the car used by the attacker and uncover a number of stolen credit cards, which leads Sam and Terry to uncover an illegal snake-smuggling operation, and Terry to come face to face with an Indian Cobra. Meanwhile, Dan deals with a suicidal man who tries to drive his car into the river. An unsteady Ramani makes a complete mockery of the case, including crashing her car on the way to a call out. Convinced that Margaret Barnes has been stalking her, Ramani confronts her, only for a tussle to lead to Margaret taking a tumble down a flight of stairs.
31"No Good Advice (305)"Jessica Ashworth guest stars.Sven ArsteinSteve Trafford21 April 2005
Roger and Ramani investigate when a shop owner is attacked, but discover that the attacker may be their most unexpected suspect. Meanwhile, Gary and Sam investigate the alleged rape of a 13-year-old girl, and discover that she lied about her age. When the girl finally admits that she wasn't raped, and Gary advises the accused to confess to sex with a minor. However, his actions have an entirely unexpected outcome when it discovers that due to the fact the girl was only 12 when they first had sex, the accused will be charged with statutory rape and faces a life sentence. Meanwhile, Margaret Barnes continues to play mind games with Ramani following the events of her hospitalization.
32"Show of Force (306)"Diana PatrickAndrew Taft27 April 2005
Dan and Amber investigate a squabble at a local auction house over a dodgy video games console, however their day turns from bad to worse when Gina decides to join them on the beat in an attempt to quell suspicion. The trio soon discover that the auction house has received shipment of a batch of stolen camcorders, but as they try to arrest their three prime suspects, Gina is caught on the receiving end of a beating. Meanwhile, witness Serena Richards is beaten and robbed in the street, and Lance and Sheelagh are entirely convinced that her best friend Charleyne had nothing to do with it. Meanwhile, Lance attempts to secure some incriminating evidence against gangster Adi Mateen.
32a"On the Front Line"Fourth of four "Uncovered" documentariesHenry KlejdysJulie Hill27 April 2005
Adam reminisces about events of the past ten years of life at Sun Hill. Over a bottle of scotch, he recalls events including the two Sun Hill fires, which together claimed the lives of nine officers; the subsequent capture and death of Des Taviner at the hands of a mental prisoner; the death of Kerry Young after being shot by the Sun Hill sniper, who was none other than her stalker and arch-nemesis, Gabriel; a fire at June's flat in 1995, which was the result of a stalker who had been following her over the outcome of a case; and his own first day at Sun Hill, where he saved a young girl from the clutches of a drug dealer's rival and became embroiled in a war between rival dealers.
33"Like Father, Like Son (307)"Zienia Merton guest stars.Diana PatrickDawn Harrison28 April 2005
Gabriel and Sheelagh investigate a dispute between a football manager and the father of one of his players. The dispute soon turns into burglary and assault, but Gabriel soon realises that the person most in danger is the manager's son, whose craving for his father's attention could be about to turn fatal. Meanwhile, Steve's meddling in Honey's affairs leads to Greg Campbell finding out the location of Honey's wedding, and him bursting into the registry office during the ceremony and ending up in a brawl with Scott Burnett. Smithy and Lance attend the scene of an RTA, where one child has died and a woman and child are injured, only to discover that the victims are Adam's family.
34"A Lack of Control: Part 1 (308)"Sylvie BodenHarold Jordan4 May 2005
Suzie takes on a complex case of a recently released child abuser, but makes an innocent mistake when contacting his daughter, opening a can of worms which has a more than unexpected outcome. Suspecting that the man's youngest daughter may also have been abused, Suzie fights to get the young girl taken into foster care. Meanwhile, Adam is distraught when evidence suggests that his wife may have been using her mobile phone at the time of the crash. As his grief turns to anger, he attempts to track down the driver of the other vehicle involved. Ramani asks Terry to do a little private investigating of his own to see whether he can gather any incriminating information on Margaret.
35"A Lack of Control: Part 2 (309)"Sylvie BodenMatthew Leys5 May 2005
Suzie begins to have doubts about continuing her investigation into the child abuse case following the death of one of the suspected victims. However, as social services begin to play ball, Neil convinces her to trust her instincts and continue in her fight to get the other possible victim to safety. Meanwhile, Adam confronts the driver of the other vehicle involved in his wife's crash, but distraught at the thought he will never see his family again, ends up being dragged away by Gina, Roger and Tony. Ramani tries to convince Terry that Margaret Barnes has been stalking her, but the day ends in an unexpected fashion when Ramani is arrested by officers from Barton Street on a harassment charge.
36"Silence of the Guilty (310)"Jim LeachMalcolm Campbell12 May 2005
Jo and Gary continue the investigation into dealer Bernie Cryan, and find that a young lad from the local estate, who may be one of Cryan's dealers, may finally be their way in to nail him. However, Laura, having known the boy and his mother in the past, finds a totally different angle on the investigation. Meanwhile, Terry's pursuit of Margaret Barnes leaves him in grave danger when Margaret's attempt to commit suicide leads to him receiving a critical stab wound. When Margaret turns up at the station, Ramani tries to find out exactly what has happened. Tony and Dan try to track down an inventive graffiti artist who uses cleaning products to produce negative images on dirty walls.
37"Through the Facade (311)"Jim LeachIsabelle Grey18 May 2005
As Jo and Gary's op begins to snowball, Lance and Laura's fears for the safety of Jordan Tomlin escalate when they find his mother beaten, only to discover he was the one responsible. However, when they manage to track him down, they eyeball what could possibly be a drug deal taking place between Adam and gangster Adi Mateen. Meanwhile, Yvonne's former flame Nick identifies that the blood on Margaret Barnes' clothes is not consistent with her wounds, and Ramani soon realises that Terry could be in grave danger. Phil and Sam investigate a case of lewd photos involving a very frightened young woman, and discover that the culprit may be linked to a local estate agent.
38"Sacrifices of the Job (312)"Martin HutchingsKathrine Smith19 May 2005
Supt. Okaro attends the funeral of his wife, son and daughter, where he is comforted by Insp. Gold, who goes on to compound his distress by telling him that she has cancer. PC Powell and PCSO Bryant continue to try to help local delinquent Jordan Tomlin. PC Powell is concerned when he discovers Supt. Okaro hasn't handed in the drugs package he received from local drug dealer Adi Mateen. DSs Hunter and Nixon investigate the theft of a laptop containing sexually explicit material. DS Nixon seems to have cooled towards DS Hunter, who confides in his brother PC Hunter about Kate Maltby's pregnancy.
39"Gun Showdown (313)"Karen Ascoe guest stars.Martin HutchingsTony McHale26 May 2005
DS Nixon confronts DS Hunter about Kate Maltby's pregnancy. DS Hunter then attacks his younger brother PC Hunter, accusing him of betraying his confidence. Supt. Okaro and Insp. Gold have a heart-to-heart discussion, but she is sure he's hiding something. PCs Kent and Murphy work together on a harassment case involving PC Kent's fancy woman. Drug dealer Adi Mateen is forced to reveal his true identity in a desperate bid to save PC Powell from being shot by Jordan Tomlin.
40"Maintain Cover (314)"First Credited Appearance of DC Zain Nadir, First Appearance of DRO Rochelle BarrattDavid Innes EdwardsGraham Mitchell1 June 2005
Undercover DC Zain Nadir is certain that his cover has not been blown, and Supt. Okaro authorises him to meet drug dealer Joshua Armstrong. The intervention of an armed motorcycle passenger threatens to cut short the entire investigation. PC Harman returns from honeymoon and confides in PC Hemmingway about a storage unit hired by Scott Burnett. PC Hemmingway finds a bloody glove, fuelling suspicions that he killed his first wife. DS Hunter is furious with his brother PC Hunter for telling Kate Maltby about his daughter Madison.
41"In the Name of Love (315)"Sheridan Smith guest stars.David Innes EdwardsRoy Boulter2 June 2005
PC Casper has a humiliating run-in with three yobs and later tries to save face by telling PC Johannsen that they had threatened him with a knife. At the end of the shift, he seeks solace in the arms of new drugs referral officer Rochelle Barratt. PC Harmanm confronts Scott Burnett, who breaks down and admits to killing his first wife Karen. She implores him to turn himself in, but when the police arrive at their house, the couple are nowhere to be seen.
42"Sticky Situation (316)"Julie EdwardsChristopher Reason8 June 2005
DCI Morell investigates PC Harman's apparent abduction by new husband Scott Burnett, little suspecting she has fled with him of her own volition and is preparing to set sail for France. Unfortunately, he blurts out a confession of his guilt as they're waiting for the boat to arrive, leaving her facing the uncomfortable realisation that she's trapped with a murderer. Back at Sun Hill, PC Hemmingway leaves herself open to charges of using excessive force to detain a suspect and PC Johannsen teases PC Casper about his alleged run-in with a gang of armed youths.
43"Forcibly Restrained (317)"Julie EdwardsSimon Moss9 June 2005
PC Harman is interviewed by Supt. Okaro and fights to save her career, insisting she was abducted by new husband Scott Burnett. JT begins to suspect Insp. Gold has cancer, and PC Casper alleges PC Johannsen has been blackmailing him to do menial duties on her behalf, while PC Hemmingway is devastated to learn Lee Thomas, the young thug she forcibly restrained following his theft from the cemetery, has died of his injuries.
44"Use of Protocol, Part 1 (318)"Debbie Chazen guest stars.Nic PhillipsSteve Griffiths15 June 2005
PC Harman is allowed to retract her resignation, but she is devastated when Scott Burnett kills himself in prison. PC Hemmingway is suspended from duty, pending investigation into the death of Lee Thomas, causing uncertainty among the relief as to what constitutes reasonable force when apprehending a suspect. PC Kapoor is accused of assault. Laura and Lance manage to have the accusation withdrawn. PC Stamp is subject to a beating when he is cornered by some crack heads after seizing their rocks. DC Nadir agrees to a stint with Sun Hill CID before his next undercover job, but is brought to earth when a funeral wreath is left in his car.
45"Use of Protocol, Part 2 (319)"16 June 2005
PC Stamp is in hospital recovering from a savage beating, PC Hemmingway has been suspended over the death of a suspect and PCs Kent and Valentine are reprimanded for using CS spray. There is confusion in the relief about the use of reasonable force and Sgt. Ackland calls for strike action. DCI Meadows orders DC Nadir to remain deskbound following a death threat, but against orders, he sets up an operation with PC Powell, and they soon find themselves held at gunpoint. DS Hunter discovers that Kate Maltby might have lost their baby. PC Casper receives a letter in the internal mail which confirms that someone knows about his affair with Rochelle Barratt.
46"Use of Protocol, Part 3 (320)"Vilma Hollingbery and Norman Lovett guest star.22 June 2005
Sgt. Ackland leads a short-lived rebellion over the suspension of PC Hemmingway. Supt. Okaro tries to defuse the threat of strike action by the relief, reminding them of their duties as police officers and offering to let Yvonne return to the station on non-operational duties while the inquiry takes its course. PC Casper panics that his affair with Rochelle Barratt is about to become public, but reacts with dismay when she suggests they put their affair on hold. DC Best feels that he is being patronised by DC Sim. DI Manson confides in DC Sim about his affair with PC Dunbar. PC Hunter clashes with DS Hunter over his treatment of Kate Maltby.
47"One Step too Far, Part 1 (321)"23 June 2005
PSCO Bryant looks at PC Kent with new eyes when he takes a surprisingly compassionate approach to her wayward son Liam, who is being bullied because of her job. Supt. Okaro tries to mend fences with the rank-and-file officers by going out on the beat with Sgt. Ackland, but reacts badly at the scene of a traffic accident which brings back memories of his recent family tragedy. DS Nixon jeopardises DC Masters' investigation by poaching her informant, leading to a bitter row. DC Best's future on the force looks uncertain after he reacts to DC Sim's constant needling with a very public outburst.
48"One Step too Far, Part 2 (322)"Temporary departure of Laura Bryant as PCSO29 June 2005
PSCO Bryant takes matters into her own hands when she discovers that the boy bullying her son Liam is dealing drugs at school. After breaking the relationship between DC Masters and supergrass informant, DS Nixon continues to wind up. DI Manson puts pressure on DC Best to drop his accusations against DC Sim - but he is determined to prove his worth. PC Murphy confronts PC Kent about their dangerous relationship. CPS lawyer Jonathan Fox returns to Sun Hill as the prosecuting council in the trial of DC Perkins' brother, but finds himself consoling a desperate Insp. Gold.
49"Future and the Past (323)"30 June 2005
PCs Harman and Johannsen end up at loggerheads after investigating a case of criminal damage at the flat of an escort. DC Nadir searches for a fourteen-year-old girl who has been groomed over the internet by a thirty-five-year-old man. PC Kent confesses to PC Murphy that he murdered the Sun Hill sniper, but despite Sgt Ackland's warning to stay away from him, Sheelagh gives into temptation. Jonathan Fox continues to provide Insp. Gold with a shoulder to cry on.
50"Ignoring Advice (324)"6 July 2005
Smithy attends a car-jacking incident and is attracted to the victim, Louise Larson, the wife of a local gangster. Amber and Honey are sent to catch a gang of cash machine skimmers. Phil discovers that Christine Weaver plans to migrate to Australia with their daughter. Sheelagh ignores June's advice to steer clear of Gabriel.
51"Playing With Fire (325)"Elizabeth Bennett guest stars.7 July 2005
Roger and Dan break up a violent fight between two old friends, and have to deal with the consequences when one of the men is stabbed. Zain is investigating gangster Pete Larson, but little does he know that Smithy has been sleeping with Mrs Larson. Terry is called as a witness at his brother's trial. Phil is concerned that Christine Weaver plans to emigrate with their daughter Madison.
52"Responsibilities (326)"Elizabeth Bennett and Anita Dobson guest star.13 July 2005
DS Hunter's mum Lynne turns up at the station to lecture him on his responsibilities as a father-to-be. Sgt. Smith seizes an opportunity to meet local villain's wife Louise Larson and continue their dangerous relationship, while Supt. Okaro struggles to make headway with his road safety campaign, until old friend Isaac Collins pulls a few strings at the local council to help get it under way. The case against DC Perkins's brother Ben concludes, but the outcome promises to have a devastating long-term effect on the entire family.
53"No Pocket Cop, Part 1 (327)"14 July 2005
DC Best investigates when a pallet of stolen lamps are found being sold down the local market. He and DC Masters investigate, but a raid on the warehouse holding the stolen goods proves more than eventful when he is shot in the back by the leader of a drug smuggling ring. DS Hunter vows to catch the thug responsible for assaulting Kate Maltby, but his actions inadvertently result in a proposal of marriage. Insp. Gold returns to work after her cancer treatment, but she is clearly unfit for work. When she seeks solace in the arms of Jonathan Fox, he knocks her back with the revelation that he already has a girlfriend. Supt. Okaro hits another snag with his road safety initiative, but his old friend Isaac Collins soon comes to his rescue.
54"No Pocket Cop, Part 2 (328)"Final Appearance of Ciaran Griffiths as Acting DC Gary Best and Larry Lamb as Johnathan Fox20 July 2005
DC Best survives the shooting, but discovers he may be paralysed from the waist down. When he receives the good news that he will make a full recovery, he reunites with his estranged mother, and decides to return to Manchester, where he can be close with his family. His last night in Sun Hill proves to be a good one, however - when he is joined for a midnight rendezvous by PC Harman. DCI Meadows and CID begin the search for the gunman, Martie Kenton, but are soon led to the doorstep of Supt. Okaro's old friend, Isaac Collins. Sgt. Smith and Jonathan Fox investigate Insp. Gold's absence, and find her passed out in her bathroom. PC Stamp hires an escort to accompany him to PC Harman's birthday party, but she turns out to be none other than PC Johannsen.
55"Trust, Part 3 (329)"First Appearance of Ch Supt. Ian Barratt, Temporary departure of Supt. Adam Okaro, Charlie Clements guest stars.21 July 2005
Okaro tenders his resignation as photographs of him smoking a joint with Isaac Collins are passed on to the MET. However, unbeknown to the relief, he has gone undercover for the NCS, hoping to identify Collins for the rogue that he is. When Collins offers him the job of a security consultant, he uses it a pretext to begin his investigation. Meanwhile, Chief Superintendent Barratt arrives at Sun Hill to take control of the situation, and unknown to him, he comes dangerously close to discovering the affair between Casper and his wife, Rochelle. Johannsen exploits her new status as Stamp's 'girlfriend', so he decides to end their relationship. Meadows witnesses Manson and Sim in a compromising situation.
56"Closing Ranks (330)"DCI Jack Meadows is promoted to Acting Superintendent, DI Neil Manson is promoted to Acting DCI and DS Ramani DeCosta is promoted to Acting DI27 July 2005
DCI Meadows' delight at being made into Acting Superintendent is short lived after a visit to his son Benjamin leads him to discover that he is using cocaine - and he has no choice but to arrest his own son. DS De Costa's celebration in light of being made into Acting DI is also cut short when DC Perkins gives her the cold shoulder after she expresses her disgust at him having an affair with his sister-in-law behind his brother's back. PC Casper receives another poison pen letter, warning him to end his affair with Rochelle Barratt. The pair are convinced that the letters are nothing but a lame joke - but just who knows about their sordid affair? PCs Valentine and Casper investigate when a teacher is assaulted by a thirteen-year-old boy, Ross Trescot. Determined to get to the bottom of the case, the pair find themselves out of their depth when the boy accuses the teacher of assault.
57"To Catch A Killer, Part 1 (331)"Hywel Bennett guest stars.28 July 2005
Acting Supt. Meadows questions his son Benjamin after his arrest for possession of cocaine. However, the case is soon complicated when Benjamin's fingerprints match those from an unsolved assault case. Acting DI De Costa and DS Nixon invest investigate the disappearance of a young nurse, Manisha Devi, after an altercation in which she managed to defuse a fight between a prostitute and a punter. DS Nixon is alarmed when a CCTV image captures serial rapist Peter Baxter in the vicinity when the nurse disappeared. However, she is unable to convince herself that he has returned to his old ways. PC Hemmingway is delighted when she receives good news as the internal inquiry into the death of Lee Thomas is concluded.
58"To Catch A Killer, Part 2 (332)"Hywel Bennett guest stars.3 August 2005
DCI Morrell arrives to help investigate when the burnt body of missing nurse Manisha Devi is found dumped inside the remains of a derelict cinema. DS Nixon arrests Peter Baxter on suspicion of her murder, but finds sufficient evidence to hold him. However, she soon realises that she may be able to use his knowledge to her advantage. Acting DI De Costa goes to speak to taxi driver David Russo, unaware that her colleagues back at the station have identified him as the new prime suspect in the murder.
59"To Catch A Killer, Part 3 (333)"Hywel Bennett guest stars.4 August 2005
Nixon and Nadir manage to track down De Costa before she can come to harm at the hands of suspect taxi driver David Russo. MIT's DCI Morell has no choice but to release Russo on bail when DNA tests fail to prove that he committed the murder of Manisha Devi. But a shocking revelation soon provides an answer as to why. Sam uses former suspect Peter Baxter to help identify the location of missing consultant Rebecca Chapman. As part of a deal, she offers to speak to one of his former victims, Ruth Cohen, but it goes horribly wrong when Cohen witnesses Baxter at her home, and she stabs him, which causes him to bleed out and die. Ackland arrives to investigate a routine arson incident, but soon finds herself being assaulted and raped at the hands of thirteen-year-old tearaway Ross Trescot.
60"Secrets and Lies (334)"10 August 2005
DS Hunter finally admits to fiancée Kate Maltby that he is still married to Cindy. After she kicks him out, she seeks solace in the arms of his brother, PC Hunter. PC Murphy interviews Sgt. Ackland after the attack on her by Ross Trescot. While PCs Stamp and Kent go all-out to find Ross and bring him to justice, DC Sim discovers that Trescot was the victim of sexual abuse at the hands of his uncle. PC Hemmingway gives evidence at the inquest into the death of Lee Thomas, and despite the reassurance from Insp. Gold, she fears that she could be facing a murder charge.
61"Over? (335)"William Ilkley guest stars.11 August 2005
Roger and Dan find a missing schoolgirl in some woods. She has just given birth, but there is no sign of a baby. Phil recognises ex-informant Frank Mann, but Jo discovers that he is working on a drugs deal with a corrupt customs officer. Phil bids farewell to his daughter, Maddy, who is being taken to Australia by her mother. He makes up with fiancée Kate, unaware that she has slept with his brother Steve. Yvonne faces formal manslaughter charges following the inquest into the death of Lee Thomas. After a drink with friends from the relief she is racially abused by a drunk and assaults him.
62"Prosser the Tosser (336)"First Appearance of A/Supt. Amanda Prosser, Acting Superintendent Jack Meadows returns to DCI, Acting DCI Neil Manson returns DI and Acting DI Ramani De Costa returns to DS, William Ilkley and Peter Hamilton Dyer guest star17 August 2005
New Acting Superintendent Amanda Prosser arrives to take charge at Sun Hill. Phil and Jo continue their investigation of a corrupt customs officer. June returns to work and has to deal with a date-rape case. Honey and Tony destroy CCTV evidence of Yvonne's assault on a drunk. Zain discovers that Smithy is involved with the wife of criminal Pete Larson, and warns him off. Cindy Hunter agrees to divorce her estranged husband, but brother-in-law Steve then admits to her that he has slept with his brother's fiancé.
63"Too Drunk to Know (337)"18 August 2005
Honey and Amber go undercover to investigate two date-rape incidents, and Amber almost ends up as a victim. Yvonne discovers that the drunk whom she assaulted has been called as a prosecution witness in her forthcoming trial. Zain introduces Smithy to an informant who had two fingers chopped off by Pete Larson. Smithy ends his affair with the villain's wife, Louise. Phil ends his engagement to Kate and beats up his brother for sleeping with her.
64"Trial Basis, Part 1 (338)"Laura Bryant returns as PC, Paul Brooke and Tim Preece guest star24 August 2005
Laura's returns from her leave at Hendon as a proper PC. Roger plays practical jokes on her but she gets her own back and makes her first arrest. Yvonne is on trial for the unlawful killing of Lee Thomas, and the man she assaulted testifies against her. Meadows finds out that his son is the mastermind behind a cocaine distribution operation. Sheelagh is called to investigate the theft of a charity collection. She suspects that the young girl being collected for does not have leukaemia.
65"Trial Bases, Part 2 (339)"Paul Brooke guest stars.25 August 2005
Tony uncovers a vital witness who can testify to the events leading up to the death of Lee Thomas. Sheelagh proves that young Ronnie does not have leukaemia, but is being abused by her mother. Meadows tries to build a case against his son Benjamin, but there is insufficient evidence to charge him. Yvonne is found not guilty of unlawful killing. A celebration after work gets out of hand and officers from Barton Street are called to deal. Gina throws a drink over the Sergeant. Smithy tells a horrified Sheelagh that Gabriel raped Kerry.
66"Taking Credit (340)"Ayesha Antoine guest stars.30 August 2005
Prosser reprimands Gina for her drunken behaviour the previous evening. She responds by preparing an anti-social behaviour initiative for which Prosser takes the credit when Barratt takes an interest. Meadows proves that his son Benjamin is distributing cocaine. He confesses to all charges and agrees to provide information on his contacts. Amber has to tell a mother that her son has died but breaks the news to the wrong woman. Smithy regrets telling Sheelagh that Gabriel had raped Kerry and explains that he was mistaken. Sheelagh challenges Gabriel, who denies the allegation.
67"Blast From the Past Part 1: Back in Town (341)"31 August 2005
Meadows continues to investigate the fake passports business. Phil makes an arrest but the suspect refuses to implicate Pete Larson. Manson intervenes when his estranged wife Pippa is assaulted in court. Sheelagh brings her daughter Siobhan into the station for a day's work experience, and she spends the shift with Gabriel and Reg. She persuades Gabriel to forgive her mother, and the couple are reconciled. June is shocked to receive a visiting order for her 13-year-old rapist, Ross Trescot.
68"Blast From the Past Part 2: Suspected Pimp (342)"1 September 2005
June visits 13-year-old rapist Ross Trescot. He tells her of his own sexual abuse at the hands of his uncle and begs her to drop the rape charges, but she refuses. Roger and Laura deal with the mugging of a Polish woman. Her flatmate Anka is also assaulted, but does not want to press charges as she is an illegal immigrant. Roger warns the attacker off. Jo and Suzie photograph Manson's father-in-law with a suspected pimp of under-age boys. Manson challenges wife Pippa over her involvement in her father's activities. Gina's initiative on anti-social behaviour proves a success, but Prosser takes the credit once more.
69"Blast From the Past Part 3: Whose to Blame? (343)"6 September 2005
Manson clashes with his father-in-law, who is being blackmailed over an incriminating videotape of him having sex with an underage boy. Pearson tries to retrieve the tape and is stabbed by the blackmailer. Gina is furious with Prosser for taking the credit for her anti-social behaviour initiative, and starts drinking on duty. Phil and Sam investigate the disappearance of a young estate agent. Sam discovers the body in one of the company's apartments, then arranges a date with the dead man's boss.
70"Distraught (344)"Departure of DI Neil Manson7 September 2005
Manson is assaulted by his wife, Pippa, who is distraught at her father's death. Their marriage ends, and Neil transfers to MIT. Ramani and Terry deal with a CSU case, but row over his relationship with his sister-in-law. Yvonne and Laura challenge Roger and Dan to see who can get the best arrests of the day. Gina approves of the results and takes them to the pub to celebrate before the shift ends. Prosser forces June to tell her about the outing.
71"Scapegoat (345)"Inspector Gina Gold is suspended, John Nettleton and William Lucas guest star8 September 2005
Gina assists Dan and Reg in attending to an elderly man whose growing confusion makes him behave in an aggressive manner. He is later reported missing in possession of a loaded gun. Gina has snuck off to the pub and cannot be contacted. Prosser calls in SO19, but they storm the wrong house. Gina returns to duty and persuades the man to surrender his weapon. Barratt is furious and, looking for a scapegoat, Prosser tells him about Gina's absence and her drinking on duty. Gina is suspended from duty while her drink problem is assessed. Sam and Zain investigate a former associate of Pete Larson, and Zain goes undercover to buy a passport. Smithy is in bed with Mrs Larson when her husband returns home unexpectedly.
72"Confused Pasts (346)"Last episode produced by Paul Marquess, Pauline Quirke guest stars.14 September 2005
Jo is assigned as contact officer for a notorious child killer, Lesley Palmer, now released after 20 years in prison. Unfortunately, Palmer has told a former cell mate about her new identity. Police investigating an assault at a clip joint cannot get a witness to talk. Roger recognises Anka and persuades her to give a statement, but she is sacked for her trouble. Roger offers to let her stay at his house. She later offers herself to him and, when he rejects her, she decides to move out. Sheelagh deals with an assault victim who refuses to make a statement. Laura tells Sheelagh that the woman and Gabriel were lovers. Sheelagh confronts Gabriel, who proposes to her.
73"Seeking Retribution (347)"First episode produced by Johnathan Young, Michael Praed guest stars15 September 2005
Roger agrees to investigate an assault on the boyfriend and business partner of his estranged wife Sandra, who seeks a divorce. The boyfriend proves uncooperative, and Roger soon establishes that he is a crook. Sheelagh finally agrees to marry Gabriel. June demands to know when he plans to tell his fiancé his true identity. Smithy tracks down the suspended Gina who reveals that her cancer has been successfully treated.
74"Distressed Disaster, Part 1 (348)"Return of Superintendent Adam Okaro, George Sewell guest stars21 September 2005
Reg has organised an event to celebrate 50 years of Sun Hill police station. Former DCS Charles Barnet, who is to be a guest speaker, is keen to be taken out on patrol, and Tony and Dan take him out in the area car. The PCs are embarrassed by the old-fashioned attitudes of the former detective, who puts his back out while helping them with an arrest. Roger and Yvonne investigate a road traffic accident in which an eight-year-old boy has been killed by a joy-rider. Witnesses confirm that the boy had run in front of the car. Prosser tells the father, Jeff Clarke, that the driver will only be charged with minor offences, and he takes the news badly. Laura is surprised when a man calling himself Gabriel Kent calls in at the station and asks to see June. She mentions this to Gabriel, who dismisses the visitor as a local nutter. Gabriel goes to see his adopted brother, who quickly realises that David has stolen his identity. Meanwhile, Jeff Clarke turns up at the station and demands that his son's killer be prosecuted.
75"Distressed Disaster, Part 2 (349)"Final Appearance of A/Supt Amanda Prosser, temporary departure of Inspector Gina Gold, Second of two episodes broadcast live.22 September 2005
Several of the station's staff are taken hostage in the CID office by Jeff Clarke, who has a mental breakdown and fails to realise what he is doing. During the hostage situation, he accidentally shoots Dan and the real Gabriel Kent, who at the time, is confronting his brother. Acting Super Prosser decides to hand back over control of the station to Okaro after the night's events.
76"Keep it Out (350)"Superintendent Adam Okaro returns to Sun Hill, Pauline Quirke & Dhaffer L'Abidine guest star.28 September 2005
Okaro asks Jo to look into a press photograph of notorious child killer Lesley Palmer. Palmer's old cell-mate has been staying with her and leaked information to the press for cash. Smithy and Laura compare notes on David 'Gabriel' Kent, and speculate as to the identity of the man claiming to be the real Gabriel Kent, now fighting for his life in St Hugh's, but David gets there first and threatens him to keep quiet.
77"Not-so-Simple Mistake (351)"Pauline Quirke and Julie Legrand guest star.29 September 2005
June identifies the comatose man in St Hugh's as her son, Gabriel Kent, and tells Smithy and Laura that the fake Gabriel is his adoptive brother, David, who stole his identity. Smithy persuades June not to tell Okaro, as she would be in trouble for keeping his secret. Sam and Jo track Lesley Palmer to Oxfordshire, where she has lured her ex-partner. She threatens to kill him unless he reveals the whereabouts of the body of the child that he killed 20 years before. Phil and Terry investigate a sudden death. They stumble across a low-rent pimp and gather evidence to convict him.
78"Let Slip (352)"5 October 2005
Terry assists Ramani in an investigation into a serious assault on his sister-in-law, Lucy. A camera found at the scene leads to the uncovering of an extortion scam run by a convicted paedophile who is threatening to harm the families of other prisoners. Sam and Zain investigate the theft of a lorry-load of designer sunglasses. Phil identifies the likely culprit, and investigations lead a woman who is selling stolen goods from a beauty salon. Cindy Hunter is furious when her salon is raided and blames her husband. David Kent is feeling the pressure and tries to persuade Sheelagh to leave Sun Hill but failed. Laura tells a disbelieving Sheelagh the truth about David and his brother, Gabriel.
79"Exposed (353)"Final Appearance of Todd Carty as David 'Gabriel' Kent6 October 2005
David Kent arrives home to find Sheelagh going through his belongings. He tries to put a positive spin on his deception but failed, she is unconvinced and he ties her up. Laura and Tony track her down and bring her to safety. Smithy prompts Sam to establish the identity of the victim of the Sun Hill siege. June decides to pair with David, but when they are called to St Hugh's, David switches off Gabriel's life support and smothers him, however Steve quickly finds Gabriel and he is revived. Called to deal with a disturbance in a tower block, David drags June to the roof and threatens to kill her. Sam and Smithy lead a group of officers to their location. Smithy and David fight as June looks on, and when the evil David Kent loses, he decides ending his life is better than prison, and jumps off the roof to his death, his reign of terror at Sun Hill is finally over.
80"Not Taking It Lying Down (354)"Frances Lima guest stars.12 October 2005
Terry and Suzie investigate the trading of stolen car parts. Leela and Lance deal with an assault on a businessman by a group of schoolchildren. Ramani and Zain investigate a domestic violence case. Okaro asks the relief not to gossip about David 'Gabriel' Kent. Leela teases Dan about his love life.
81"M.I.A (355)"Pauline Quirke guest stars.13 October 2005
Leela and Lance discover a severely decomposed body, which may provide a vital lead in a murder case. Sam and Jo investigate. Honey and Tony are told of a missing Egyptian girl. Ramani and Zain investigate. Dan tells Amber that he is seeing a married woman. Jo goes undercover as a warder to investigate overdoses in a prison.
82"Undercover, Part 1 (356)"Pauline Quirke and Neil Daglish guest star.19 October 2005
Jo continues her undercover operation as a prison officer to investigate a spate of drug overdoses. Yvonne investigates a shooting and discovers that her ex-boyfriend has hidden vital evidence. Dan's relationship with Rochelle is tested after the arrest of a young drug user.
83"Undercover, Part 2 (357)"Pauline Quirke and Neil Daglish guest star.20 October 2005
Jo manages to identify the key players in a drug distribution network. Tony and Reg go into the prison as visitors to arrest the culprits. Sam investigates a shooting. Yvonne's ex-boyfriend suggests that they renew their relationship.
84"A Mean Game, Part 1 (358)"25 October 2005
Reg and Tony arrest a man for tendering counterfeit money. Sam and Zain investigate. The suspect tells them that he witnessed gangster Pete Larson shoot a former associate. Smithy goes to Larson's house and is searching for the gun when Larson arrives home. Dan and Amber investigate CD piracy. Amber discovers Dan's affair with Rochelle.
85"A Mean Game, Part 2 (359)"Ray Callaghan guest stars.27 October 2005
Gangster Pete Larson discovers Smithy in his home and takes him at gunpoint to a disused warehouse. Zain informs Meadows about Smithy's affair with Louise Larson. Roger makes fun of Tony, who is becoming hard of hearing.
86"Past Mistakes, Future Resoloutions: Part 1 (360)"Return of DC Mickey Webb2 November 2005
Meadows enlists the help of former colleague DC Mickey Webb in tracking down rapist Martin Delaney, who has escaped from prison. Ian goes back on the beat with Dan and they assist CID on an armed robbery case. Ian confronts Dan about his affair with wife Rochelle and advises him to leave Sun Hill. Phil accompanies Kate to the labour ward, but is late for an IVF appointment with Cindy.
87"Past Mistakes, Future Resoloutions: Part 2 (361)"Final Appearances of Ch. Supt Ian Barratt and DRO Rochelle Barratt, Brian Miller guest stars3 November 2005
Mickey assists Meadows and Ramani with their investigation into prison absconder Martin Delaney. Ian and Dan argue about Dan's affair with Rochelle. Confronted by an armed robber, Ian abandons Dan. Later, the two men fight in front of Rochelle, who is forced to choose between them. Kate gives birth to a son but Phil denies being the father. Meadows offers Mickey a job in Sun Hill CID.
88"In the Wrong Hands (362)"Return of Inspector Gina Gold9 November 2005
The relief go after offenders who have failed to attend court. Jo and Phil investigate an armed robbery at an off-licence and are led to an illegal firearms manufacturer. Gina returns to Sun Hill. Sheelagh considers resigning after the disastrous affair with David 'Gabriel' Kent. Phil tells Cindy about his baby with Kate, and she insists on a paternity test.
89"Decision Time (363)"Final Appearance of PC Sheelagh Murphy, Garfield Morgan guest stars10 November 2005
Barton Street's Sergeant Haynes offers Roger a bribe to help a factory owner who employs illegal immigrants. June meets the real Gabriel at the coroner's hearing into the death of his adoptive brother David, and she is delighted when he acknowledges her as his mother. Sheelagh announces that she is transferring to the Child Protection Unit.
90"Some Reject (364)"16 November 2005
Mickey returns to Sun Hill full time. He is assigned to an attempted robbery case with Zain, who is suspicious of his relationship with Meadows. It is performance review time, and Gina and June go out on the beat with Amber and Honey to assess their performance. The relief is unhappy at a new twelve-hour rota.
91"Crystal Meth Madness (365)"17 November 2005
Tony and Leela deal with a suspected mugger and refer the case to Ramani and Terry. Mickey and Zain investigate the case of a burning man thrown from a moving car and trace the victim to a crystal meth cook-house. Lance goes undercover at a local gay bar and finds that the crystal meth is being dealt there. Lance's boyfriend, Mark, plans to leave the Met, and tells Lance that he needs space. Terry has doubts about his relationship with sister-in-law Lucy.
92"Returned for Resoloution (366)"Andrew Lancel guests stars as ex-DI Neil Manson, Jason Maza guest stars.23 November 2005
Phil and Sam assist Manson on a murder case, and the evidence points to a gay serial killer. Lance and Laura investigate a spate of robberies targeting elderly and housebound victims. Mark thinks that he and Lance should separate. Phil receives the results of his paternity test.
93"When Justice Isn't Enough, Part 1 (367)"Final Appearance of PC Lance Powell, Andrew Lancel guests stars as ex-DI Neil Manson, Gareth David-Lloyd guest stars.29 November 2005
Phil's enquiries into recent suspicious deaths lead MIT to conclude that there is a gay serial killer operating in Sun Hill. Lance and Laura deal with an assault, but the victim refuses to press charges. Lance struggles to deal with the breakup of his relationship with Mark and revisits the gay bar, placing himself in grave danger. Phil struggles to deal with the news that he is Alfie's father.
94"When Justice Isn't Enough, Part 2 (368)"Andrew Lancel guests stars as ex-DI Neil Manson30 November 2005
MIT begin their investigation into Lance's murder. Manson and Mickey interview staff at the gay bar where he was last seen alive. Phil and Kate decide to register Alfie's birth, but a shocking revelation results in Kate deciding to move to Cardiff.
95"When Justice Isn't Enough, Part 3 (369)"Final Appearance of DCI Rowanne Morell, Andrew Lancel guests stars as ex-DI Neil Manson7 December 2005
Manson and Morrell track down one of the two prime suspects in Lance's murder, whilst Mickey and Suzie are tasked with finding the second. Cindy receives some shocking news regarding her IVF treatment. Phil begins to panic when she relays the news to him.
96"When Justice Isn't Enough, Part 4 (370)"Final appearance of recurring character Sergeant Marc Rollins.8 December 2005
Zain and Suzie investigate an assault which was one of Lance's old cases, and uncover a two-year-old rape allegation. A witness to a mugging names the culprit, but both were previously questioned over an alleged rape. Okaro pairs with Laura to search a warehouse for drugs. Members of the relief attend Lance's funeral, where Okaro gives a powerful and moving speech. Marc Rollins leaves SO19 for good.
97"Poor Beginnings (371)"First Appearance of PC Will Fletcher14 December 2005
New PC Will Fletcher gets lost on his way to start duty at Sun Hill and is reprimanded for his terrible time-keeping. Phil and Jo go undercover as a couple to investigate a series of robberies. Terry considers ending his affair with sister-in-law Lucy. Tony is reunited with estranged sister, Jacqui.
98"Cop the Lot (372)"Burt Kwouk and Pik-Sen Lim guest star.15 December 2005
Gina sets up a mock game show to trap offenders who repeatedly fail to attend court. Amber, who has failed her probationary exams, almost blows the operation. Suzie and Mickey investigate the apparent theft of items from her parents' house.
99"High Profile (373)"Terry Alderton and Daniel Hill guest star.20 December 2005
Zain and Sam try to persuade a nervous witness to testify in court in a high profile drug case. Okaro arrests the trial judge for drink driving. Will and Honey deal with a stolen car scam operating from a valet car park. Tony decides to put his father into a residential home.
100"Backfire (374)"21 December 2005
Terry investigates a case of alleged sexual assault by a female boss. Will and Honey try to reunite a homeless ex-soldier with his family. Terry's brother Ben is released from prison, but within hours of release, manages to upset his abused son. Meadows is shocked when his drug-dealing son, Benjamin, is given a harsh sentence. Tony plays a Christmas prank on Dan but it backfires on him.
101"Family Dispute (375)"22 December 2005
Phil and Jo prepare a raid, but armed robbers steal the drugs first. Ramani helps Terry hunt for his missing nephew Bradley. Reg investigates the theft of a nativity display at the local church. Okaro struggles to cope with his first Christmas without his family. Ben finds out that his brother has been sleeping with his wife. Terry faces up to his feelings for Ramani.
102"Wrong Rejection (376)"28 December 2005
Jo and Suzie investigate when a white man appears to have been assaulted by some Asians in a racially-motivated attack. Smithy and Leela deal with a domestic dispute when a man breaks down the door to his ex-wife's house, claiming that his she won't allow him to deliver Christmas presents to his children even though it's his access day. Gina tells Amber that she wants to see an improvement in her performance. Smithy rejects Louise Larson, then discovers that she is going into witness protection as she is to testify against her husband.
103"Not Cut Out (377)"Final Appearance of PC Amber Johannsen29 December 2005
Smithy helps investigate when a young woman is attacked in her home by an intruder. Mickey covers for Suzie, who misplaces some evidence, and offers to help her revise for her sergeant's exams. Amber has another bad day, and argues with Gina, so she hands in her warrant card, deciding she is not cut out for the MET. Smithy considers resigning to be with Louise Larson.

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