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This line, spoken as Freamon explains the nuances of a conspiracy charge to Prez, becomes a mission statement for the entire series.
The episode opens and closes with the image of Brandon’s tortured body displayed on top of a car. This act of brutality serves as a warning to Omar’s crew and leaves Wallace visibly shaken and guilt-ridden, as he was the one who tipped off the Barksdale gang to Brandon's location. [S1E6] The Wire
Devastated by the sight of Brandon's body at the morgue, Omar breaks the street code of silence. He meets with McNulty and Greggs, identifying "Bird" (Marquis Hilton) as the shooter in the William Gant murder and offering to testify. This line, spoken as Freamon explains the nuances
The Wire, Season 1, Episode 6, "The Wire" (Veterans edition) Devastated by the sight of Brandon's body at