Ep 24. Log 106 -- Post Time

Adam-12 is a classic police procedural TV series that chronicles the daily activities of two LAPD police officers, Pete Malloy (played by Martin Milner) and Jim Reed (played by Kent McCord). The show is set in Los Angeles, and the two police officers patrol the streets of the city, responding to various emergency calls, dealing with crimes, and helping the people they serve.

Season 3 episode 24, "Log 106 -- Post Time," follows the usual formula of the show, but with a unique twist. The episode starts with Malloy and Reed being on patrol, with Reed being in a playful mood, trying to impress his partner by boasting about his knowledge of horses and horse racing. The banter is light-hearted, and Reed seems to be quite knowledgeable about the subject. They get a call about a robbery at a local convenience store, and they rush to the scene.

At the store, they encounter the store clerk, who is quite shaken up and reports that two men came in and stole all the cash from the register. The officers investigate the scene, taking note of the damaged door and the cash box. They interview the store clerk and an eyewitness, and gather all the necessary information to help with the investigation.

As they continue their patrols, they come across a group of teenagers who are hanging out by the side of the road. Reed gets out of the patrol car to talk to them, and he quickly realizes that one of the boys, David, is the son of a horse trainer. Reed starts talking to him about horse racing, and David eagerly shares his knowledge about the sport. Reed is impressed by David's knowledge and enthusiasm, and decides to take him to the track later that day to watch a race.

Meanwhile, Malloy responds to a domestic disturbance call, where he finds a couple arguing over their custody battle. Malloy tries to calm them down and offers them some advice. The scene is quite tense, but Malloy manages to diffuse the situation and prevent it from escalating.

After their shift, Reed takes David to the track, where they watch a race and even place a bet. Reed seems to be enjoying himself and bonding with David. After the race, they return to the station, where they hear some good news about the convenience store robbery case. The officers manage to track down the two suspects and apprehend them, recovering all the stolen cash.

As the episode comes to an end, Malloy and Reed reflect on the events of the day. They are happy to have solved the case and helped the victim, but they are also grateful for the opportunity to connect with David and share in his passion for horse racing. The episode ends on a positive note, with the officers reaffirming their commitment to their duties and the community they serve.

Overall, "Log 106 -- Post Time" is a typical Adam-12 episode that combines police procedural elements with a slice of life storytelling. The episode touches on themes of community service, human connection, and mentorship, and features some light-hearted banter and a heartwarming interaction between Reed and David. It is a good example of how Adam-12 manages to balance the serious and the mundane aspects of police work, while still offering some moments of joy and levity.