Ep 7. Catch of the Day
- January 1, 1970
- 43 min
In Blue Heelers season 6 episode 7, titled "Catch of the Day," the detectives of Mount Thomas are on the hunt for a missing person. The episode opens with Senior Constable Nick Schultz (Martin Sacks) and Constable Susie Raynor (Tasma Walton) called to investigate the disappearance of a local man, Trevor. Trevor's brother, Karl, reports that he hasn't seen or heard from him in several days, which is unusual for the pair who are known to be close.
As the investigation begins, the team discovers that Trevor was last seen leaving a fishing trip on the nearby river. Initially, it seems like he may have simply gone off the grid for a few days, but as the hours tick by, concern grows.
The detectives begin to piece together a timeline of Trevor's final few hours on his fishing trip, talking to witnesses who had seen him and combing through CCTV footage from the area. They discover a dark and dangerous side to the otherwise peaceful town, which leads them to believe that Trevor's disappearance may have something to do with the illegal poaching trade.
As the investigation continues, tensions rise between the detectives as they struggle to narrow down their list of suspects and search for any clues that could lead them to Trevor's whereabouts. Meanwhile, tensions are also brewing within the community as rumors swirl about the illegal poaching trade and suspicions are cast onto various members of the town.
Throughout the episode, the detectives must also face their own personal demons and struggles. Senior Constable Tom Croydon (John Wood) is haunted by his past mistakes, while Constable Maggie Doyle (Lisa McCune) must come to terms with the fact that her relationship with Senior Constable PJ Hasham (Martin Sacks) may not be what she thought it was.
As the search for Trevor intensifies, the detectives are confronted with several surprising twists and turns, leading to a dramatic conclusion that no one saw coming.
"Catch of the Day" is a thrilling and emotionally charged episode of Blue Heelers that showcases the talent and dedication of the detectives of Mount Thomas. As they race against the clock to find Trevor, they must also confront their own personal struggles and work together to solve a complex and dangerous case.
