Ep 19. Riot

In season 7 episode 19 of Barney Miller titled "Riot", the New York City police department faces a potential race riot following a protest that turned violent. The precinct is placed on high alert as tensions escalate in the streets and a curfew is put in place.

The episode opens with Detective Wojo being called to a protest in Harlem over an African American teenager who was shot and killed by a white police officer. The protest starts peacefully but turns violent as tensions mount. As Wojo and a fellow officer try to control the crowd, they are attacked and have to fight for their lives. The precinct is inundated with calls reporting looting and destruction throughout the city.

Captain Barney Miller and his team find themselves in the middle of the chaos and must navigate a tense and potentially explosive situation. The officers are forced to work long hours to ensure the safety of the public and avoid further violence. Meanwhile, Miller must also manage the media frenzy that has developed, as reporters descend upon the precinct seeking information and interviews.

Throughout the episode, tensions continue to rise both in the streets and within the police department. All the while, the officers must maintain their professionalism and avoid any actions that could further inflame an already volatile situation. As the day wears on, the stress and exhaustion begin to take their toll on the officers. Emotions run high, and tempers flare as tensions continue to mount.

Despite the heightened tensions, the officers of the New York City Police Department work tirelessly to keep the peace. They work together to prevent looting and destruction as well as to control the crowds and prevent further violence from erupting. The team is forced to make difficult decisions and split-second judgments as they try to keep the situation from spiraling out of control.

In the end, the officers are successful in their mission. The curfew is lifted, and calm is restored to the city. But the toll of the day's events is evident on all of them. As they regroup and unwind, they reflect on the events of the day and begin to process the impact of the day's events on them and the city as a whole.

Overall, season 7 episode 19 of Barney Miller titled "Riot" is an intense and emotional episode that examines the challenges that the police department faces in a time of crisis. As tensions mount and violence erupts in the streets, the officers must work together to keep the peace and avoid a potentially catastrophic situation. Through it all, they learn the value of teamwork, professionalism, and the importance of working together to keep the community safe.