When an African-American cop shoots and kills an unarmed white college student, a small town in North Carolina is turned upside-down. Before the town has a chance to cope with this tragedy, the neglected murder of an African-American teen is brought to light, opening wounds that threaten to tear the community apart.

When a controversial video of Deputy Beck leaks, Ashe and Preston face a new challenge to find the source and expose whether or not it was a set-up. Amidst Beck's new scandal, the police force and the community begin to look at him differently.

Ashe and Preston focus in on reliable evidence in both investigations, sending them first to Jesse Carr's old college campus, then on a dangerous manhunt for the only two credible witnesses in Joey Campbell's case.

After Cory opens up about what he witnessed the night of Joey Campbell's death, Ashe and Preston must decide if his word will be enough to go up against the entire sheriff's department. To help demonstrate the worthiness of their case, the two go after any substantial evidence they can find that will prove the deaths of Joey Campbell and Jesse Carr are somehow linked.

Cory reveals some key details about the night Joey Campbell was murdered, allowing Preston and Ashe to zero in on the people whom they believe were involved in his death.

The tension heats up in Gate Station as a violent riot erupts between the citizens and the police.

The district attorney calls to inform Preston that he is sending in a new team to investigate the case, but Preston remains focused and determined to find the underlying truth.

After a potential murder weapon is found in the Joey Campbell case, the pressure is on for Preston and Ashe to utilise this newest piece of evidence to find out who is behind Joey's death.

After a shocking discovery is made about the Auxiliary Deputy program, the investigation zeroes in on the Sheriff's Department, leaving Lieutenant Breeland and Sheriff Platt under intense scrutiny.

The hearings for both cases are held, and as Preston presents the facts to the jurors, the truth behind each shooting is revealed.

Sarah isn't happy with the mess Jude is making of her house. Mairi receives a phonecall that her mother has died, and she is devastated. Eddie asks Louise to see him again as an escort, but she refuses since she now knows he is her tutor.

Mrs Mack goes to resign at the Big House, but Sam tells her not to blow things out of proportion. Jude moves in with Sarah. Sam visits Dominic after he doesn't turn up for work, and tells him he still has his job, and wants him to come back.

Mrs Mack is appearing in court with Eric today after she kicked his headlamp out. Jude is trying to find somewhere else to stay. Mrs Mack is fined for contempt in court, and found guilty for the crime, and is devastated.

Lachie invites Mairi to go and see a band with him and she accepts. Victor tries to convince Mrs Mack to admit she done wrong, while Jude awaits the results of her HIV test and Eddie asks Louise to keep quiet about things.

Some of Lachlans friends came to the hotel last night, and a huge party followed which left the bar wrecked. Eric and Joanna return and want to know exactly what happened. Sam throws all the drink out of the house. Sam throws all her drink out.

Davie isn't letting Jude work on the estate while she is waiting for her HIV test result. Mairi shouts at Mrs Mack for the mistake she made, as it upset Morag. Joanna and Eric are going away for a murdery mystery weekend for their anniversary.

Jockie tells Victor to offer money Trish from him, but to make her believe it's from him, so he takes over the club. Davie talks to Andy about Jude as he is worried about the illness, and makes her go to see him.

Trish returns home to find Paul has been beaten up. Tina has left, and Kitty is upset. Trish asks Chick to lend her money to pay off the men, but he doesn't have enough. Sam turns up to the shop drunk. Eddie is still seeing an escort.

Jude tries to seduce Davie in an effort to let her stay, but he is disgusted. After she apologises he softens a little, but still wants her to find a new place. Kitty is uncomfortable with people thinking she is gay.

Eddie feels guilty after his night with an escort, and Sheila is feeling guilty for what she said to him. Sarah tells her mum about Kitty and Tina and she is disgusted. Davie is flirting with Sheila, and Eddie continues to see an escort.

Isobel and Mairi are upset that Tom and Morag are ignoring their efforts to apologise. Kitty's girlfriend Tina comes to stay, and Lachie doesn't think anything of them sharing a room. Trish refuses to use the suppliers that Paul were using anymore.

Paul tries to enlist help from his neighbours when the thugs threaten to return, but no one seems to be willing, and there are ugly scenes when they turn up. Jonathan and Sarah fly off to Calgary.

The burnt-out car is still on the Close, and the callers are on the line again. Harry, however, has some good news to celebrate.

Penny fears for Barry's life if he insists on playing the tough guy. Paul doesn't know what he is letting himself in for when he tries to provoke a reaction from the thugs. As Rod and Kirsty plan to celebrate good news, there is an unexpected arrival…

Sue tells Terry what she has done for him, but will his male pride be able to accept it? Paul and Annabelle settle Mona in her new home, but while they are away, the mysterious white car turns up again...

The Collins family are receiving some frightening phonecalls, then things turn violent. Annabelle makes it clear just how far she is prepared to go with Brian.

The Rogers' holiday doesn't start off very well. Jamie has an unfortunate encounter. Sheila is beginning to have doubts about her course; can she regain the confidence she needs?

Growler's disappearance brings back memories of Damon for Sheila, while Frank and Chrissy are blaming each other. Terry continues to have a hard time, and a wanderer returns.

Frank and Chrissy steel themselves to expect the worst. Terry has a nightmare experience at the wheel of his taxi.

The police shock Chrissy and Frank. Sue wants Barry to return the money she gave him.

The team is put to the test as a storm hits Ferndale. (TVNZ aired 23/04/25)

The team is put to the test as a storm hits Ferndale. (TVNZ aired 23/04/25)

With the paternity test results confirmed, Madonna makes a decision. Poppy races the clock to make a diagnosis. (TVNZ aired 22/04/25)

With Aria on the scene, Mana is confronted by love. Thaddeus and Viliami jockey for their place. (TVNZ aired 21/04/25)

Sage tries to move on in the wake of his attack. Amidst concerns about her pregnancy, Madonna finds her magic again. (TVNZ aired 16/04/25)

As questions arise about the identity of a patient, Logan trusts his gut. Cleo's left puzzled by Drew's response to a high-pressure surgery. (TVNZ aired 15/04/25)

New doctor on the block Hendrix throws his weight around in ED. Newly reuinted with Viliami, everything's coming up Madonna. (TVNZ aired 14/04/25)

Bugged by a patient's mystery pain, Cleo searches for answers. Things fall into a place for Poppy. (TVNZ aired 09/04/25)

The stakes are high for Cleo as she undergoes her first surgery. An opportunistic Julian discovers Esther's weakness. (TVNZ aired 08/04/25)

Struggling to juggle life and work, Mana is terrified he's made a deadly mistake. There's teething issues for the Paediatric ED when Phil and Logan clash. (TVNZ aired 07/04/25)

Buckling under the weight of Nicole's transfer to Christchurch, Maeve makes a big call. Vili is urged to take action. (TVNZ aired 02/04/25)