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.

1. Hour One

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Drama

Crime

A white student is killed by a black police officer in a small Southern town. Ambitious young prosecutor Preston is teamed up with fiery investigator Ashe to find out what happened. As tensions rise in the community, they learn about the recent death of an unarmed black teenager that was never investigated. Is there really liberty and justice for all?

Shots Fired

Series 1

Two racially-charged shootings challenge the promise of liberty and justice for all.

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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.

2.Betrayal of Trust

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.

3. Somebody's Son

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.

4. Truth

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.

5. Before the Storm

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

6. The Fire This Time

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.

7. The Content of Their Character

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.

8. Rock Bottom

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.

9. Come to Jesus

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