Mission Summary:  10909.10  

The USS Don Johnson is on approach to Alpha Majoris.  Sensors are picking up unusual readings on the far side of the planet near the Cardassian DMZ.  So far, the readings seem to prove the speculation that someone has or is attempting to form an artificial wormhole.

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XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
FCO: Drop to half impulse ::looks at the CO:: CO: Well...were here what now?

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
::sitting in her chair:: XO: Now we investigate.

Stidd says:
::Leaving Science Lab 2 with SO Petrovich:  Vlad: Mr. Petrovich, I do hope that your next inspection will go better than this one did.  If you need me I will be on the bridge with the captain.

CEO_Lt_MacLeod says:
::in main engineering, monitoring power levels as the ship transitions to normal space::

SO Petrovich says:
Stidd: Aye sir.  ::Gives a hard stare at the young ensign who just cost him a perfect inspection:: I guarantee you that the next one will be much improved indeed.

Stidd says:
::Enters the nearby turbolift:: Computer: bridge.

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
::gets the look on his face:: CO: For now captain I am going to recommend we send in a recon probe...we should lay low until we have to act with any force...if need be.

EO Ebanez says:
::standing behind CEO::  CEO:  Did you see that.  ::point to the transition power indicators::

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
XO: Agreed, we don't need to get too close to the DMZ.

CEO_Lt_MacLeod says:
Ebanez:  Yeah, transition coils are a little sluggish.

EO Ebanez says:
CEO:  I could take a team and have a look.

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
::goes to the main science station and preps the probe::

CEO_Lt_MacLeod says:
Ebanez:  Not just now.  I want to keep us at full power until we're out of the area.

Stidd says:
::The turbolift stops and Stidd gets off and starts for the bridge.  It has been a long time since he was last on this ship.  Now he is here as a civilian, what a difference that makes::

EO Ebanez says:
 ::nods::  CEO:  All-right...  I'll keep an eye on them for you.  If they start to go wonky, I send word.

ACTION:  Sensors detect a massive power surge and the wormhole opens, a small freighter is now on sensors and showing heavy damage.

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
::looks threw the probe inventory::

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
CO: Captain...sensors detect a large power surge....

Stidd says:
::Enters the bridge and moves down by the captain:: CO: Stidd reporting for duty.

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
XO: Identify.

CEO_Lt_MacLeod says:
::stands and offers Ebanez his seat::  Ebanez:  It's all yours.

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
CO: A small freighter just emerged....heavy damage....trying to read its ID

EO Ebanez says:
::takes the seat and enters her access codes::

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
Stidd: Stidd, welcome back. See if you can help Commander Lemmick identify the ship he just saw.

CEO_Lt_MacLeod says:
::moves to and sits down at the master control console, keys in::

Stidd says:
CO: Aye, aye.  XO: What do you have so far?

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
CO: Seems it belongs to Alpha Majoris. ::nods at Stidd: :Stidd: Welcome back old friend...think you remember how to scan?

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
XO: And it's damaged, you say?  Hail it, see if we can help.

Stidd says:
::Raises an eyebrow at the last comment and then works the controls to get a more refined sensor beam on the ship for better identification::  XO: You tell me.

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
::steps back:: COM: Freighter: This is the USS Don Johnson...may we be of assistance?

Stidd says:
::Refocuses the sensors towards the area of the wormhole effect and does a tight scan of the area::

Freighter says:
COM: Don Johnson: Ummm, errr, no, no, we're fine... ::aside:: Macon: Get the fire suppressant

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
XO: That was a strange response.

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
Stidd: Focus sensors on that ship...full scan...and launch a Class V Medium-Range Reconnaissance Probe.

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
COM: Freighter: Unidentified Freighter, you seem to have sustained some damage.  Are you sure there's nothing we can do?

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
CO: You got that right...they’re hiding something. ::looks at a nearby sensors display::

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
XO: Well, if they don't want our help, we can't force it on them.  But I'll be interested to see their answer to my inquiry.

Stidd says:
::Refocuses the sensors back on the ship and detects all systems are damaged with a weakening life support system:: XO/CO: All ships systems are damaged and their life support is barely functional.  As for the wormhole, it is stable and is large enough to carry larger starships through it.

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
::checks for weapons signatures::

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
Stidd: What ya got?

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
Stidd: Thank you, Mr. Stidd.

CEO_Lt_MacLeod says:
::checks the diagnostic monitor, running continuous level 5 diagnostics every 30 seconds::

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
CO: Shall we take a look on the other side?

Stidd says:
XO/CO: Due to the weakened life support, they may be suffering from CO2 poisoning.  That would account for their unusual answer to our hail.

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
XO: Sounds like a good idea. Launch the probe.

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
Stidd: Recommendations?

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
Stidd: Prep and launch a Class V Medium-Range Reconnaissance Probe...let's take a peak on the other side.

Freighter says:
COM: Don Johnson:  Yes, yes, we're fine, now bugger off.  Mason: Prepare to take us in.  ::cuts the channel::

Stidd says:
CO: I suggest we perform a rescue operation and get that crew into sickbay for examination and interrogation.  That might give us some idea as to what we are dealing with here and who is behind it.

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
Stidd: Seems they don't want our help.  How do you propose we do it?  Just transport them against their will? ::smiles::

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
::stunned at the response:: CO: I agree with Stidd...under shipping laws we could claim a routine medical inspection.

EO Hicks says:
::motions to MacLeod to come over to him::  CEO:  Lieutenant.  Take a look at this.

Alpha Majoris OPS says:
COM: USS Don Johnson:  USS Don Johnson, we have been monitoring your communication with the freighter.  Planetary security is monitoring their approach and will apprehend the crew and ship on touchdown.

Stidd says:
XO: With all due respect, that might be a bit premature.  CO: There is precedence for it.  They are under diminished mental capacity and therefore cannot determine what they truly need for themselves.  Our actions are thus justified.

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
COM: Alpha Majoris OPS: Be advised, they may be injured.  Their ship is heavily damaged.

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
Stidd/XO: Sounds like Alpha Majoris is on top of it.

CEO_Lt_MacLeod says:
::moves to Hicks and looks at the monitor, displaying sensor and visual data of the freighter::  Hicks:  Wow, they were in a tussle weren't they.

Alpha Majoris OPS says:
COM: Don Johnson: We have been monitoring that as well.  Emergency crews are prepared to respond as needed.  We will notify you of any findings concerning the anomaly.

EO Hicks says:
CEO:  I bet you it was the Cardies.

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
::looks at the XO:: XO: I didn't say anything about the anomaly.

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
CO: No you didn't....did you? ::has a hunch:: Stidd: Can you get an internal look of there ship at all?

CEO_Lt_MacLeod says:
Hicks:  Relax ensign.  Let the bridge crew worry about that...  You know what; run an analysis on that ship.  See how bad off she is.  

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
CO: Captain...sensors are showing an unknown weapons signature on there hull....there's nothing in the tactical database that matches any known weapons signatures.

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
::playing along:: COM: Alpha Majoris OPS: Very well.  Let us know what you find out.

Stidd says:
CO: Something is not right here, Captain.  The freighter is of Alpha Majoris design and now they have referenced the anomaly without a cue from you.  XO: I will try.  I want to see what is in their cargo area.

Stidd says:
::Works the sensors for a tight beam examination of the freighter::

EO Hicks says:
::works controls::  CEO:  Running analysis.

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
::sits down in his chair and motions for the CO::

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
::moves closer to the XO:: XO: Yes?

Stidd says:
CO/XO: That freighter is carrying contraband from the gamma quadrant.

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
::lowers his voice:: CO: Something isn't right as Stidd said. As much as I don't want to do it...we may have to take the DJ through the worm hole. Alpha Majoris isn't going to share anything. ::perks up::

Alpha Majoris OPS says:
COM: Don Johnson:  Understood.

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
CO: Intercept?

ACTION:  Sensors pick up signs of planetary security converging on the location where the freighter landed on Alpha Majoris.

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
XO: Yes, intercept, Alpha Majoris can deal with us later.

Stidd says:
COM: Alpha Majoris OPS: I desire to be present during the questioning of these individuals.  Will you grant me permission?

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
CO: Too late...she's already landed and planetary security is converging on the location...

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
XO: Well, it was a good idea.

ACTION:  The Freighter is locked down, emergency teams put out the fires while security takes the crew into custody.
XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
CO: The weapons signatures on their hull were nothing of the alpha quadrant. They took a heck of a beating.

Alpha Majoris OPS says:
COM: Don Johnson:  The freighter crew has been arrested for contraband, a team is standing by to upload the freighter's logs to you if you want to review them.

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
XO: You know what I'm thinking?  And this is just wild.  What if the contraband was ordered by the planetary leaders?  Makes sense that they would want to take control.

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
CO: It would yes. Why else would we be told to stay away? Anyone in their right mind would request any and all help.

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
COM: Alpha Majoris OPS: Yes, we would like to do that. Upload them please.

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
XO: Bet they'll be doctored, what do you think?

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
CO: Suggest we consider going though ourselves to take a look. I know it's a risk but...that's a risk we have to take. 

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
CO: Wouldn't doubt it...Alpha Majoris is hiding something...Starfleet did tell us to investigate right?

Stidd says:
::Moves down to whisper at the captain:: CO: If I can get close enough I might be able to perform a weakened meld with the prisoners and see what did happen.

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
XO: True, they did.

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
Stidd: Isn't that dangerous?

ACTION:  The security team on the freighter uploads the freighter's logs.

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
XO/Stidd: Take a look at those logs when we get t hem.

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
CO: Understood...shall we take a side trip?

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
XO: Why don't we send a shuttle or probe through the wormhole first, rather than risking our ship?

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
CO: The other option is...my idea as well....I'll go. ::going to regret that one::

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
XO: No, Commander I need you here.

Stidd says:
CO: The mind meld is one that I have performed many times before.  I just cannot guarantee any level of accuracy without touching them.  However, the government might object to my melding with them in such a direct way so we will have to settle on this if they allow me on the surface.

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
CO: You’re not going...::voice trails off::

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
Stidd: The government hasn't said whether you can be present at questioning yet, Stidd.

Stidd says:
CO: I know.  We need an answer from them and we need it before they get too far into the interrogation.

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
XO: No, I'm not. If they won't let Stidd on the planet, maybe we can send him. ::looks at Stidd:: Stidd: Would that be acceptable to you?

ACTION:  The Freighter's log indicates a fleet of unrecognized ships in position at the wormhole's exit point in the gamma quadrant.  The freighter had been identified as smugglers and attacked.  According to ship's logs, they barely managed to get away.

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
CO: Captain...shuttle is not a good idea....

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
XO: Then, what's our other option, probe?

Stidd says:
::Nods at the CO:: CO: I am most versed on the travels of Captain Janeway and the Voyager.

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
::looks at a display:: CO/Stidd: According to the logs...she barley got away. Unknown ships at the wormholes exit point in the Gamma Quadrant.....::signs:: Us. Shuttle would be torn apart in seconds.

Alpha Majoris OPS says:
COM: Don Johnson:  The head of security prefers not to have anyone other than himself and a justice officer present at the interrogations.  However, these are recorded and it can be arranged for you to have a live feed to observe.

Stidd says:
CO: I believe I can properly answer the fleet’s questions on the other side and not get into trouble.

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
COM: Alpha Majoris OPS: That is acceptable, thank you.

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
CO: Probe first...then us.

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
XO: Very well, launch a probe into the wormhole.

XO_Cmdr_Lemmick says:
::preps the probe and launches it towards the wormhole:: CO: Probe away.

CO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
XO: Let's see what the probe does.

ACTION:  Planetary security prepares the live feed and opens access to the Don Johnson.

Alpha Majoris OPS says:
COM: Don Johnson:  The feed is ready for access.  You will be able to control it from there.  There are four cameras within the interrogation room.  We'll be interviewing the freighter's captain first.

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