Ep 17. Hitch-Hiking Hitch

Jon Baker and Frank Poncherello are back in action in CHiPS season 1 episode 17 titled Hitch-Hiking Hitch. The episode begins with a woman named Eileen who is driving down the road when she sees a hitchhiker wearing a backpack. She feels sorry for him and decides to pick him up. However, soon after, the hitchhiker threatens her with a knife and steals her car.

Meanwhile, Baker and Ponch are on patrol and they receive a call about a stolen car. They begin their search for the hitchhiker and eventually come across a man who they believe matches the suspect's description. However, when they stop him, they find out that he is not the thief.

As they continue their search, they find another stolen car and eventually come across the hitchhiker. However, as they try to apprehend him, he pulls out a gun and takes them hostage. The hitchhiker, whose name is revealed to be Ricky, tells them that he is on the run from the police after being wrongfully accused of a crime.

Baker and Ponch try to reason with Ricky and convince him to surrender peacefully. However, when they try to disarm him, a struggle ensues and the gun goes off, hitting Ponch in the arm.

With Ponch injured, it is up to Baker to take down Ricky and save his partner's life. What follows is an intense chase sequence as Baker pursues Ricky on his motorcycle and tries to bring him to justice.

Overall, CHiPS season 1 episode 17 is yet another thrilling installment in the popular police procedural series. With an action-packed storyline and a great performance by the cast, it is a must-watch for fans of the show.