Ep 12. Small Blessings
- TVPG
- December 20, 1997
- 43 min
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(104)
Walker, Texas Ranger season 6 episode 12, "Small Blessings," follows Cordell Walker (played by Chuck Norris) as he investigates a series of baby kidnappings in Dallas. The episode begins with a young couple, the Browns, meeting with a lawyer to finalize their adoption of a baby girl. As they leave the lawyer's office, their car is suddenly hijacked and the baby is taken.
The Texas Rangers are called in to investigate the kidnapping, and Walker takes charge of the case. He and his team quickly discover that this is not an isolated incident, as there have been several similar kidnappings in the area in recent months. They also learn that the kidnapper always targets couples who have recently adopted a baby.
As the investigation continues, the Rangers begin to suspect that the kidnapper may be someone who works in the adoption agency. They also discover some unexpected connections between the adoptive parents who have been targeted, which leads them to believe that the kidnapper may be motivated by revenge.
While Walker and his team are working on the case, Walker's girlfriend Alex (played by Sheree J. Wilson) is busy with her own project. She is organizing a Christmas party for underprivileged children and is trying to get donations of toys and other supplies. In the midst of the investigation, Walker finds time to help Alex with her party, and they both enjoy spending time with the kids.
As the investigation heats up, the kidnapper becomes more brazen, and the Rangers fear that he may be getting desperate. They are determined to catch him before he can harm any more innocent children. They use all of their resources to track him down, including a skilled hacker who helps them trace his cellphone.
The episode builds to a tense climax as the Rangers close in on the kidnapper. Walker and his team race across town to rescue the latest kidnapping victim, a baby boy who was taken just hours earlier. They finally catch up with the kidnapper and engage him in a dramatic showdown.
The episode ends on a heartwarming note, as the Browns are reunited with their daughter and the other adoptive parents are assured that their babies are safe. Alex's Christmas party is also a success, and Walker and his team are able to reflect on the importance of small blessings in the midst of difficult times.
Overall, "Small Blessings" is a tense and emotional episode of Walker, Texas Ranger that showcases the skills of the Texas Rangers as they work to protect innocent children from a dangerous kidnapper. It also highlights the importance of community and the power of small acts of kindness in making a difference.