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LAPD and SWAT officers Jack Traven and Harry Temple thwart an attempt to hold an elevator full of people for a $3 million ransom by an extortionist bomber, who is later identified as Howard Payne. As they corner Payne, he holds Harry hostage. Jack intentionally shoots Harry in the leg, forcing the bomber to release Harry. Payne flees, seemingly dying in the explosion of his own device. Jack and Harry are praised by Lieutenant "Mac" McMahon and awarded medals for their heroism while Harry is promoted to Detective.