"Gang Unit" is the second episode of the eighth season in the remake version of S.W.A.T., and the one-hundred-forty-third episode overall, which was aired on October 25, 2024.
Summary
When a spree of brutal stash house robberies spills into L.A., 20-Squad must team up with the sheriff's department's gang unit to unmask a violent crew who leaves no witness alive.
Recap
A relentless pursuit of justice, with the SWAT team pushing their limits to ensure the streets of Los Angeles are safe. The high-stakes operation will test the team's resolve and their ability to work with external units, particularly those with different approaches to law enforcement. This collaboration also brings to light the personal struggles of the team members, as they confront the harsh realities of gang violence and its impact on the community.
One of the most anticipated aspects of this episode is the continued development of the new team dynamic, especially with the introduction of Devin Gamble, a new recruit with a family background deeply entrenched in crime. Gamble's presence on the team has already sparked reservations among some members, particularly Commander Hicks. As the team embarks on this new mission, viewers can expect to see how these internal tensions play out in the field and whether trust and camaraderie can be forged under pressure.
Cast
Main
- Shemar Moore - Daniel Harrelson
- David Lim - Victor Tan
- Patrick St. Esprit - Robert Hicks
- Niko Pepaj - Miguel Alfaro
- Anna Enger Ritch - Zoe Powell
- Jay Harrington - David Kay
Guest
- Annie Ilonzeh - Devin Gamble
- David Fumero - Lieutenant Raul Vignisson
- John Gabriel Rodriquez - Deputy Cesar Torres
- Johnny M. Wu - Deputy Brian Lang
- Emerson Brooks - Alex Doberstein
Co-Star
- Ken Sorrell - Ash
- Nathan People - Wes
- Gabriella Surodjawan - Emma Roddy
- Jaycob Ornelas Maya - Arturo
- Kevin Arnold - Deputy Ronnie
- Janell Sexton - Elsa Roddy
- David Alarcon - Danny
Gallery
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Video
Trivia
Goofs
- While in Vignisson's office at the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department station, Commander Hicks shoots the Gang Unit commander. No officers, either SWAT or LASD, rush into the office in reaction to the gunfire.
- Soldado gang leader Arturo's younger brother Danny is supposed to be 19 years old according to Powell, but on his driving, license shown on the SWAT computers, his year of birth is listed as 1986.