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Recap / The Wire S 03 E 12 Mission Accomplished

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McNulty is devastated by the death of Stringer, believing himself to have been deprived the pleasure of arresting him. As Avon's people urge retaliation against Marlo, thinking he killed Stringer, a remorseful Avon reveals the truth to Slim Charles. Carcetti wrestles with what to do about the drug tolerant zones, and Royce continues to try to turn them into something more palpable for the media. However, when the press descend on Hamsterdam, he realizes his delay in shutting them down was a huge mistake. When he tries to shift blame to Burrell, he is shocked to learn Burrell more than ready to fight back. As Marla officially announces her candidacy for city council, Prez makes a decision about his future. Meanwhile, the MCU continues to listen in on their wires, hearing a great deal of talk about the war with Marlo, but getting nothing useful to use against Avon. However, when Colvin reveals the information given him by Stringer, the unit gets an unexpected opportunity.

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