S05E05 · SCENE 14/23 · 32:36
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Wiretap Resource Discussion

Detectives discuss the need for resources for a wiretap and the serial killer investigation.

32:36→35:06
in the episode · 2m 30s · S05E05

What happens

32:36–35:06

Detectives discuss the need for resources for a wiretap and the serial killer investigation. They talk about the number of detectives needed and the difficulty of getting approval from the mayor.

Wherenewsroom
DriverJimmy McNulty
Positionreveal
ThreadSenator Davis' Indictment and Political Fallout

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32:45

Wrong number, fooI.

34:39

I've been to him on my knees twice. Once for your case, remember?

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Beats

37:04Senator Davis defends his actions

Scene in the episode

32:36–35:06
A · Stanfield's Rise and Vondopoulos' Instructions
B · Dukie's Struggles and Michael's Guidance
C · Senator Davis' Indictment and Political Fallout

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