#FreeRayshawn
Overview
Iraq war veteran Rayshawn finds himself cornered in his apartment after being falsely implicated in a drug deal by the New Orleans police. As a tense standoff unfolds, the situation escalates with media attention intensifying. Throughout the ordeal, a compassionate police officer emerges, attempting to persuade Rayshawn to surrender peacefully. The gripping narrative explores themes of injustice and desperation, highlighting the struggle of a man trapped by circumstances beyond his control.
Episodes
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1
What Are You Doing Here?
As the New Orleans police close in, Rayshawn Morris locks himself in his apartment, gearing up for a confrontation. Just moments later, Officer Steven...
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2
Clear the Building
Rayshawn turns to social media, broadcasting a live stream of the events unfolding both inside and outside his building.
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3
Get Away From the Windows
In reaction to the gunshots and Rayshawn’s posts on social media, a crowd of protestors gathers at the location, escalating the tension. Meanwhile, ...
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4
Put the Brother on the Phone
Trout reaches out to Rayshawn over the phone, but Rayshawn insists on speaking only with Steven.
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5
Face to Face
When Rayshawn and Steven meet face to face, they start to discover shared interests. However, the encounter quickly takes a turn as it becomes clear t...
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6
It's Ok to Be Scared
After a heated confrontation, Rayshawn tries to comfort Tyisha and Ray Jr. At the same time, Trout updates SWAT Commander Alvarez and Hostage Negotiat...
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7
I'm Not a Negotiator
Tyisha challenges Rayshawn, pressing him for answers about why he's being pursued by the police. Meanwhile, in the SWAT Mobile Command center, Steven ...
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8
No Way Back
SWAT shuts off the electricity in Rayshawn's apartment. Through a FaceTime call, he shares his story with a local news reporter, insisting that the NO...
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9
They All Want Me Dead, Don't They?
Time is running out as SWAT gears up for a raid on Rayshawn's apartment. Heeding Lincoln’s suggestion, Steven tries to persuade Rayshawn to give him...
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10
He's Telling the Truth
Video footage indicates that the NOPD may have unlawfully entrapped Rayshawn; however, both SWAT and the District Attorney are not persuaded by this e...
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11
Black or Blue
Steven desperately tries to persuade Rayshawn to escape the apartment with his family, but Rayshawn struggles to believe that the other officers will ...
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12
Fire in the Hole
As gunfire erupts, the crowd of protestors outside responds in alarm. Rayshawn ultimately decides to surrender, and with the help of Steven and Lincol...
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13
It’s Time to Go
Rayshawn realizes that this might be his final moments with his family as a free man. Meanwhile, Steven gets ready to lead them to safety.
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14
It’s Your Lucky Day, Marine
A flashback reveals the reality of the first drug deal, shedding light on the actual events. Rayshawn’s impulsive choice at the last moment could le...
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15
He Just Wanted to Be Heard
Steven's frustration escalates into fury as he directs his wrath toward Trout and the NOPD, while SWAT teams help Tyisha and Ray Jr. leave the area.
