Cops L.A.C. (season 1)

Cops L.A.C. Season 1
Country of origin	Australia
No. of episodes	13
Broadcast
Original channel	Nine Network
Original run	September 2, 2010 – November 11, 2010
Home video release
DVD release date	January 6, 2011

The first and only season of Cops L.A.C., an Australian Police procedural drama television series, began airing on September 2, 2010 on the Nine Network. The season concluded on November 11, 2010 after 13 episodes.

The season was released on DVD as a three disc set, under the title of Cops: Local Area Command - The Complete Series on January 6, 2011.^[1]

Cast

Regular Kate Ritchie as Det. Senior Constable Samantha 'Sam' Cooper Martin Dingle-Wall as Det. Senior Constable Rhys Llewellyn Ria Vandervis as Det. Senior Constable Roxanne Perez Tom O'Sullivan as Senior Constable Nathan Holt Kelly Paterniti as Constable Priscilla 'Smithy' Smith Graeme Squires as Probationary Constable Daniel van der Mark Gary Sweet as Superintendent Jack Finch Denise Roberts as Inspector Dianne Pappas Roy Billing as Senior Sergeant Graeme Sinclair Damian De Montemas as Forensic Senior Constable Matt 'Matilda' Hilton

Recurring Ivy Mak as Fran Barker Sophie Katanis as Constable Terese Drake

Episodes

See also: List of Cops L.A.C. episodes

№	#	Title	Director(s)	Writer(s)	Original airdate
1	1	"The Learning Curve"	Geoff Bennett	Tim Pye	2 September 2010 (2010-09-02)
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 forever changed after his retirement announcement.
2	2	"A Veil of Tears"	Geoff Bennett	Tim Pye	9 September 2010 (2010-09-09)
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.
3	3	"Running Scared"	David Caesar	Chris Hawkshaw	16 September 2010 (2010-09-16)
After Roxanne becomes involved in the death of an armed robber suspect, her career becomes under threat. Meanwhile, Rhys and Sam investigate a theft at a local jewellery store, which uncovers a collection of family gang crime. Sam tries to keep a secret about her former relationship with a prisoner and Dan saves an injured persons life.
4	4	"I'll See You"	David Caesar	Shelley Birse	23 September 2010 (2010-09-23)
When a body is found in a luxury apartment, the detectives suspect an identity-thief of murder and fraud. Sam fears for her career when her ex-boyfriend is released from prison and moves into the local area.
5	5	"The Killer Wore Sneakers"	Karl Zwicky	Andrew Kelly	30 September 2010 (2010-09-30)
When the target of a police investigation is found murdered, Rhys and Sam uncover a web of diamond smuggling, infidelity and workplace corruption. Meanwhile, Priscilla is seduced into a dangerous relationship with an Iraq war veteran, and Finch demands results when a sting operation ends in disaster for the cops.
6	6	"Lost Girls"	Karl Zwicky	Chris Hawkshaw	7 October 2010 (2010-10-07)
Sam and Rhys discover a dead pimp and an underage prostitution racket while searching for a runaway teenager. Roxanne goes undercover on the streets of Kings Cross to locate a schoolgirl suspected of murder.
7	7	"Killer Secret"	Geoff Bennett	Tim Pye & Lesley Lewis	14 October 2010 (2010-10-14)
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.
8	8	"Blood Types"	Geoff Bennett	Chris Hawkshaw	21 October 2010 (2010-10-21)
Tragedy strikes the L.A.C when one of the team is shot during a brawl in a local cemetery. When a man is found with a stake through his heart, the detectives investigate the world of suburban vampires. Also, it's assessment time for the probationary constables and Priscilla and Dan will do anything to pass.
9	9	"Old Love"	Arnie Custo	Matt Ford	28 October 2010 (2010-10-28)
When a local teacher is killed, the detectives are convinced a notorious standover man is responsible. Nathan questions his judgement as he struggles to deal with the impact of killing a homeless man.
10	10	"Ghost House"	Arnie Custo	Andrew Kelly	4 November 2010 (2010-11-04)
Roxanne and Dan make a gruesome discovery at a derelict house used for ghost-spotting tours. Sam is forced to admit her true feelings for her jailbird ex, Zac Butler. Graeme's life changes forever when a hit-and-run victim dies.
11	11	"Illegal Dumping"	Karl Zwicky	Drew Proffitt	4 November 2010 (2010-11-04)
Sam and Rhys investigate the murder of a vet with an elaborate double-life as a swinger. Priscilla reunites a missing person with his brother, with surprising results. Sam's romantic plans with Zac are thrown into disarray by an unexpected proposal.
12	12	"Ladies' Night"	Karl Zwicky	Chris Hawkshaw	11 November 2010 (2010-11-11)
Nathan and Priscilla are stuck in a house booby-trapped with elaborate home-made explosives. A dispute over a winning lottery ticket helps the detectives solve the murder of a cross-dresser.
13	13	"Life Is a Rodio"	David Caesar	Tim Pye	11 November 2010 (2010-11-11)
The cops investigate a gang of ram-raiders they suspect of planning a multi-million dollar heist. Rhys suspects Sam's boyfriend of being the mastermind behind a deadly criminal conspiracy. Also, tragedy strikes the L.A.C once again after one of the main officers is killed.

References

1. ^ http://www.ezydvd.com.au/item.zml/816921