Hill Street Blues (1981)

S04E16 Parting is Such Sweep Sorrow

A judge determined to improve prison conditions decides to release the extra inmates back onto the streets. Meanwhile, Bates struggles in his new role as roll call sergeant. In a separate incident, a professional hitman eliminates any trace of Whitney Barnes' murder. Following the memorial service for Esterhaus, Furillo honors his friend’s final request by scattering his ashes on the Hill.