Ep 6. Typhoid Carrier
In Highway Patrol season 2 episode 6, titled "Typhoid Carrier," Officer Dan Mathews and his team are tasked with finding a man who is carrying the deadly disease, Typhoid Fever.
The episode begins with Officer Mathews receiving a call from a local doctor reporting that a patient of his had been diagnosed with Typhoid Fever, a highly contagious disease that spreads through contact with contaminated food or water. The doctor informs Mathews that the patient, a truck driver named Mike, had been traveling across state lines and could potentially infect others if he continues to travel.
Mathews immediately dispatches his team to track down Mike and bring him in for quarantine. However, the task proves to be more difficult than anticipated as they learn that Mike has been traveling under a fake name and without proper documentation.
With the clock ticking and more and more people at risk of being infected, Mathews and his team must use all their resources to locate Mike before it's too late. They investigate several truck stops and motels, interview potential witnesses, and even enlist the help of the FBI to track down the elusive carrier.
As they close in on Mike, they discover that he has been unknowingly spreading the disease to others, including his own family members who are now also at risk of becoming seriously ill.
Despite the challenges they face, Mathews and his team remain determined to bring Mike in and stop the spread of the disease. In a dramatic finale, they confront Mike and his family and are able to contain the disease before it can infect any more people.
Overall, "Typhoid Carrier" is a thrilling episode that showcases the skill and resourcefulness of the Highway Patrol team as they work to protect the public from a potentially deadly outbreak. With strong performances, engaging storytelling, and a timely subject matter, it's a must-watch for fans of the show and anyone interested in law enforcement and public health.