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Too Close for Comfort S5E17 — Accused, Confused and Abused
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Too Close for Comfort•Season 5•Episode 17

Accused, Confused and Abused

7.2/10 · 27 votesOct 26, 1985

Ranked #4 of 21 in Season 5•+0.4 vs season avg

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Monroe and Sara decide to help a teenage boy who was going to juvenile hall for stealing. The boy has a history of being abused, and when Henry tries to step in to offer his own help the boy rejects him and runs away.

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Episode Summary

"Accused, Confused and Abused" is episode 17 of Too Close for Comfort season 5. It scored 7.2/10 from 27 votes, ranking #4 of 21 episodes this season (season average 6.8). It aired on October 26, 1985.

Next: E18 · Arrivederci, JackieBest of Season 5