Ep 3. Skirt Chasers

Nash Bridges season 1 episode 3, titled "Skirt Chasers", is an action-packed crime drama that shows Nash Bridges (played by Don Johnson) and Joe Dominguez (played by Cheech Marin) trying to solve the murder of an innocent bystander who was caught in the crossfire between two rival gangs. The episode starts with Nash and Joe going undercover as "skydiving skirt chasers" to catch a group of thieves who are stealing high-end cars in the area.

Nash and Joe are tasked with infiltrating the gang, and they do so by pretending to be interested in a helicopter ride with one of the gang members. The ride is supposed to be a joyride, but Nash and Joe have other plans. They jump out of the helicopter mid-flight and land safely on the ground with the help of their parachutes. They then apprehend the thief and take him back to headquarters for questioning.

As the investigation progresses, Nash and Joe discover that the car theft ring is connected to a larger crime syndicate operating in the area. They follow the trail of clues to a warehouse where they find a group of men loading a car onto a truck. The men see Nash and Joe and start shooting at them, but the two detectives manage to take them all down and rescue the car.

However, things take a turn for the worse when an innocent bystander is caught in the crossfire and killed. Nash and Joe feel responsible for the death and vow to catch the person responsible. As the investigation continues, they discover that the shooting was part of a larger turf war between two rival gangs.

Nash and Joe work tirelessly to track down the killer, but the case takes a personal turn when they discover that the victim was related to someone close to them. The investigation pulls them deep into the dark underworld of San Francisco's criminal underworld, and they soon realize that they are dealing with some of the city's most dangerous and ruthless criminals.

Despite the challenges they face, Nash and Joe work together to catch the killer and bring him to justice. Their efforts prove to be successful, and they are able to bring closure to the victim's family and loved ones. The episode ends on a touching note as Nash and Joe reflect on the case and the loss of innocent life.

Overall, "Skirt Chasers" is an intense and engaging episode of Nash Bridges that showcases the talents of Don Johnson and Cheech Marin. The episode is filled with action, suspense, and drama, making it a must-see for fans of crime dramas and police procedurals.