Ep 17. Roll Out the Barrel

In NYPD Blue season 7 episode 17 "Roll Out the Barrel," tensions run high as the squad investigates a case involving a murdered body found in a barrel. The victim is identified as a young woman who seems to have been involved in the drug trade. As they investigate, the detectives uncover a larger network of drug trafficking, which involves a corrupt police officer.

Meanwhile, Sipowicz and Simone deal with a personal issue, as Simone's wife is having a difficult time coping with the death of their son. The two detectives have a heart-to-heart conversation about loss and moving forward, offering each other support as they face their own personal struggles.

As the investigation into the murdered woman progresses, the case takes a dramatic turn when the detectives discover that the victim was pregnant at the time of her death. This discovery adds a new layer of complexity to the investigation, as they must not only identify her killer but also investigate her potential involvement in the drug trade while carrying a child.

Elsewhere, Medavoy works on a case involving a man who has been accused of stealing a donation jar from a convenience store. As Medavoy digs deeper, he uncovers evidence that the man might not be guilty, leading him to question the reliability of eyewitness testimony.

As the episode comes to a close, the NYPD Blue detectives work tirelessly to bring justice to the murdered woman and her unborn child, while also grappling with their own personal struggles along the way. The conclusion of the investigation leaves the squad with a newfound appreciation for the importance of family and the fragility of human life.