Ep 8. 10-8 Selfless

The show Deputy is an American crime drama television series that premiered on Fox in January 2020. Created by Will Beall, the series follows the life of a Los Angeles County Sheriff's Deputy, Bill Hollister, played by Stephen Dorff. In season 1 episode 8, titled 10-8 Selfless, the focus is on the character of Cade Ward, played by Shane Paul McGhie, who becomes the center of a drug investigation.

The episode opens with Cade Ward returning home after significant trouble with his friend, James, nineteen years old. He is visibly worried and frightened about the consequences of his actions, which are not yet clear to the audience.

Meanwhile, Bill Hollister, the newly appointed sheriff, is at a press conference discussing the shortage of resources to manage crime in Los Angeles County. However, his speech is interrupted by a phone call from the deputy at the scene of a drug bust. Despite the lack of resources, Bill insists on a full investigation.

During the investigation, Cade Ward's name comes up as one of the suspects, and the detectives from the case look for him, but he is nowhere to be found. The investigation turns complicated when they discover that Cade is the son of one of the city's most prominent defense attorneys who Bill believes will stop at nothing to protect his son.

As the case progresses, it becomes evident that Cade is a conflicted young man who is troubled by the recent turn of events. His friendship with James is in shambles after they committed a crime, and he is struggling with his conscience. Despite his father's power and influence, he decides to come clean and turn himself in for his wrongdoing.

However, his decision to turn himself in is not without consequences, as he is put in a dangerous situation, putting his life at risk. Bill Hollister, who is determined to protect everyone in his county, puts his life in danger to ensure that Cade is safe.

The episode ends with Cade in custody, and his father takes the matter into his hands, promising to protect his son from the consequences of his actions. Meanwhile, Bill Hollister continues his fight against crime in Los Angeles County, knowing that justice is not always easy to serve.

Overall, season 1 episode 8 of Deputy, titled 10-8 Selfless, is a thrilling episode that sheds light on the pressure that young people face while dealing with peer pressure, crime, and the consequences of their actions. The episode also highlights the challenges that law enforcement officials face when they come up against powerful people who are determined to protect their interests by any means necessary. The show's ability to balance action with character development continues to be one of its strengths, making it an excellent watch for fans of the crime drama genre.