Episode Overview
A gruff man hanging around the local high school is revealed to be Mick Boyce, a recently released cop killer. However, he doesn’t seem to be a threat, leaving everyone puzzled about his intentions in Mount Thomas. Tensions rise when Jack confronts him, leading Tess to grow frustrated with Jack's relentless apologies and question his objectivity within the team. Meanwhile, Ben and Jo investigate a series of car thefts linked to local teens. Their search brings them to Heath Flemming, a troubled boy who believes his parents are dead and lives with his grandmother. When she encounters Mick at the police station, shocking truths about Heath's background emerge. In a tense moment, Jack reveals the truth about Heath’s father, resulting in devastating consequences, which leaves Tess disillusioned with Jack's impulsive actions.