Suspect Device (film)

Suspect Device is a 1995 American television film directed by Allan Kroeker and starring D.B. Sweeney, Carla Gugino, and CCH Pounder.

The film centers on Detective Jack Taggart (Sweeney), a bomb disposal expert with the Los Angeles Police Department, who becomes embroiled in a conspiracy after discovering a sophisticated, potentially untraceable bomb. He is partnered with Frankie Ramirez (Gugino), a fellow officer with whom he shares a complicated past.

The plot follows Taggart and Ramirez as they race against time to track down the bomber, whose devices become increasingly sophisticated and deadly. Their investigation leads them through a web of political intrigue and corporate cover-ups, forcing them to question who they can trust. CCH Pounder plays Detective Lou Shannon, their superior, who provides guidance and support, but also adds a layer of bureaucratic tension.

Suspect Device is a thriller characterized by its suspenseful pacing, practical effects, and focus on the technical aspects of bomb disposal. The film explores themes of trust, corruption, and the moral complexities faced by law enforcement officers.