Ep 30. Half A Second

Blue Heelers season 4 episode 30, titled "Half A Second," follows the police officers of Mount Thomas as they investigate a serious car accident. When a well-known local farmer is struck by a car and killed while he is out walking his dog, Senior Constable Nick (played by William McInnes) and Constable Wayne (played by Grant Bowler) are called to the scene.

The officers quickly discover that the driver of the car, a young man named Adam (played by Paul Goddard), is a member of a wealthy family who owns a local winery. Adam is in shock and claims that he didn't see the farmer until it was too late to avoid hitting him.

As Nick and Wayne investigate the accident, they uncover some suspicious details that suggest there may be more to the story than Adam is letting on. For one, they discover that Adam had been drinking at the winery with a group of friends before getting behind the wheel of his car. They also learn that Adam is related to a prominent lawyer in the area who may be using their influence to protect him from the consequences of his actions.

The officers are under pressure to solve the case quickly, as the farmer's family is understandably distraught and the local community is demanding justice. As they dig deeper, they begin to unravel a web of lies and deceit that leads them down unexpected paths.

Meanwhile, Senior Sergeant Tom Croydon (played by John Wood) is dealing with his own personal demons as he struggles to come to terms with the recent death of his wife. He finds solace in the company of a sympathetic local woman, but their relationship is complicated by his ongoing grief and guilt over his wife's death.

With tensions running high and the clock ticking, Nick and Wayne race to uncover the truth behind the accident and bring those responsible to justice. But as they get closer to the truth, they find themselves in danger from unexpected sources and must use all their skill and resources to stay alive.

"Half A Second" is a tense and gripping episode of Blue Heelers that explores themes of justice, grief, and the consequences of actions. Fans of the show will be on the edge of their seats as Nick and Wayne navigate their way through a maze of obstacles and challenges in their quest for the truth.