The detectives and uniformed cops of a busy Local Area Command uncover a daring homicide while investigating a car accident. Detectives Sam and Rhys devise a radical sting operation to catch a killer. On her first day in uniform, Priscilla's police career has an explosive start. L.A.C. boss Jack Finch needs all his diplomatic skills when the son of a US navy Admiral is arrested for drink driving and Graeme's life is changed forever after his retirement announcement.

A routine police call-out turns to tragedy when a male stripper is murdered the day after an out-of-control hens night, and Roxanne is forced to give Dan a crash course in police discipline after Dan is nearly killed during an arrest.

Sam and Rhys suspect an armed robber of a revenge killing, but the investigation takes a surprise turn when the murder weapon is discovered. Priscilla fears for her career after an embarrassing mistake at a crime scene.

When a man is found with a stake through his heart, the detectives investigate the world of suburban vampires. It's assessment time for the probationary constables and Priscilla and Dan will do anything to pass. Tragedy strikes the L.A.C when one of the team is shot during a brawl in a local cemetery.