Ep 27. Luck of the Draw
- November 15, 1994
- 44 min
Blue Heelers season 2 episode 27 titled "Luck of the Draw" centers around a robbery at the local club in Mount Thomas. The episode begins with a group of four robbers breaking into the club's safe and taking off with a large sum of money. Constable Maggie Doyle is called to the scene and recognizes the M.O as that of Robbo Ryan, a known criminal.
Meanwhile, Sergeant Tom Croydon is asked to host a charity function for the community and he's expecting to raise a significant amount of money. However, when he discovers that the club robbery has stolen the money he was supposed to collect, he calls in Inspector Falcon-Price to take over the investigation.
As the investigation proceeds, the police learn that the robbers gambled away most of the stolen money at the local casino. In an attempt to catch the culprits, Maggie and Senior Constable Nick Schultz plan to infiltrate the casino disguised as a couple. While Maggie takes on the role of a wealthy and carefree socialite, Nick is tasked with taking down the robbers when they visit the casino.
As the night progresses, things start to get out of hand when the robbers show up and cause a scene. Nick manages to apprehend two of the robbers, but the remaining two escape and take Maggie with them as a hostage. The episode culminates in a high-speed car chase as the police try to track down the remaining two robbers and free Maggie from their clutches.
Throughout the episode, tensions run high as the police race against time to catch the criminals before they escape with the stolen money. The episode gives viewers a glimpse into the workings of a real-life investigation and the challenges faced by law enforcement officers as they try to apprehend dangerous criminals.
Overall, Blue Heelers season 2 episode 27 is a thrilling and action-packed installment in the series that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats from start to finish. With its well-written plot, engaging characters, and intense action scenes, the episode is sure to keep audiences captivated and eager for more.
