**SPOILERS** Very dramatic, fast paced story in which The Highway Patrol shows a seldom seen facet of their service; that of Public Caretakers. I agree with Paularoc (Reviewer), and I've personally seen how well equipped and willing these troopers are to help in tough situations. They don't get enough credit for their service. They participate in much more than just a police role. Crawford did his usual gruff, but aware and kind portrayal of Dan Matthews; local H.P. Chief. I, too, liked the fact that the viewer is made aware that this drama shows the human side of the Patrol. It was a chuckle when the Doc chided Dan about the chuckholes in the road. Excellent acting from everyone; most of the actors in this fine series are unsung, but very good. Thanx to S.A.G. and IMDb.