The Rookies (1972)

S1E3 The Informant

Willie finds himself caught in the crossfire when a masked criminal, resembling a monster, accidentally shoots him in the leg, leaving him temporarily paralyzed. As the investigation unfolds, Terry and Danko discover the culprit's obsession with horror movies. The case deepens, leading the duo to an auction where the small-time thieves attempt a clumsy getaway from the authorities.