The Gorilla

In this episode of "21st Precinct," Captain Vincent Cronin oversees a busy night as reports of an armed robbery and a child struck by a vehicle flood in. Amidst the chaos, an officer recounts a bizarre encounter with a six-year-old boy who, despite suffering serious injuries, can only manage a smile. The narrative takes a comedic turn when a frantic neighborhood woman named Mrs. Shannon insists there’s a gorilla in her apartment, spooking her with tales of spies. As a chimpanzee named Arthur escapes from a neighbor’s apartment, police, firefighters, and circus trainers gather to capture the elusive animal, leading to a chaotic chase across rooftops and fire escapes in the tenement district. The episode showcases the absurdity of urban police work, culminating in the successful capture of the chimp while revealing a subplot involving a potential criminal living in the same building. The blend of humor and procedural drama highlights the unpredictable nature of policing in New York City.