Ep 13. Got To Get Bike Parts

In the season 1 finale of I Almost Got Away with It, entitled "Got To Get Bike Parts", we meet Steve Ray, a convicted felon who had previously stolen bikes to sell for parts. However, after being released from prison, Steve finds himself struggling to find legitimate work due to his criminal record. With bills stacking up and no source of income, Steve returns to his old ways and starts stealing bikes again.

However, one day, Steve's luck runs out. While breaking into a shed to steal a bike, he is caught in the act by the homeowner, who proceeds to call the police. Steve is arrested and sentenced to six months in jail for the theft.

Once again released back into the world, Steve finds himself in an even worse situation. His girlfriend has left him, he has no job prospects, and he is struggling to find a place to live. In a desperate attempt to make some quick money, Steve returns to bike theft, but this time, he is caught by the police before he can even make it home.

Steve is sentenced to 10 years in prison, but he is determined to escape and start a new life. He soon hatches a plan to escape while on a work detail outside the prison walls. After stealing a pair of wire cutters, Steve cuts through the fence and runs off into the woods.

With little money and no resources, Steve starts stealing bikes once again to sell for parts. However, his past eventually catches up with him, and he is once again arrested by the police. This time, he is sentenced to 25 years in prison with no chance of parole.

"Got To Get Bike Parts" is a gripping episode that explores the lengths some people will go to in order to survive. Steve's story is one of desperation and instability, and it serves as a cautionary tale about the consequences of a life of crime. The episode also highlights the difficulty that convicted felons face when trying to re-enter society and find legitimate work, demonstrating the need for more support systems for ex-convicts.

Overall, "Got To Get Bike Parts" is a compelling end to an exciting first season of I Almost Got Away with It. The series is a unique look into the minds of criminals and an engrossing exploration of the criminal justice system. With high stakes and heart-pumping drama, this episode is not to be missed.