Ep 7. Fight Dirty
- February 12, 1997
- 44 min
In the Blue Heelers season 4 episode 7 titled "Fight Dirty", the small community of Mount Thomas is rattled when a young woman is found brutally beaten in a park. The Heelers are called in to investigate, and they soon discover that the victim is Susan Kennedy, a high school student who had recently testified against her ex-boyfriend, Mick O'Donnell, in a domestic violence case.
As they try to piece together what happened to Susan, the Heelers come up against a wall of silence from her friends and classmates. It soon becomes clear that Mick is the prime suspect, but he denies any involvement and lacks a clear alibi. To complicate matters further, Mick's father, Paddy O'Donnell, is a notorious criminal who has a history of violence and who is suspected of orchestrating a series of robberies in the area.
As the Heelers delve deeper into the case, they uncover a web of lies and betrayal surrounding Susan's death. Mick's friends are fiercely loyal to him, and they are willing to lie to protect him, even if it means putting themselves in danger. Meanwhile, Paddy is determined to keep his son out of prison and is willing to go to great lengths to ensure his son's freedom.
The Heelers face an uphill battle as they try to untangle the truth from the web of lies surrounding Susan's murder. To make matters worse, they also have to deal with their own personal challenges, as Tom Croydon struggles with his deteriorating health and Maggie Doyle's relationships are tested by her ongoing relationship with PJ.
As the investigation intensifies, the Heelers find themselves in a dangerous game of cat and mouse with the O'Donnell family. They must use all of their skills and resources to solve the case before more people get hurt. In the end, they uncover a shocking truth that shakes the community to its core and leaves them reeling from the aftermath.
"Fight Dirty" is a tense and emotional episode that explores the devastating impact of domestic violence and the lengths people will go to protect themselves and their loved ones. It showcases the Heelers' determination to seek justice and their unwavering loyalty to each other. It is a must-watch for fans of the series and for anyone who enjoys crime dramas with heart and substance.