Michael Stone Forrest

When the Baltimore PD comes under pressure for their failings in combating a drugs-related homicide, a new detail is set up to placate the politicians. Their impossible task is bringing the elusive Avon Barksdale to justice.

The brass begin to panic when Mayor Carcetti's master plan for the police department is leaked to the press. Meanwhile, McNulty shares some knowledge with Gutierrez, and Marlo turns to Proposition Joe with an enviable problem.

Baltimore's renewed police commitment brings fresh recruits to Daniels; Carcetti is forced to make a dangerous political deal; Haynes approaches Templeton about his sources.