D.P. 7 #13
In "New Management," the D.P. 7 team faces a dangerous power struggle at the Clinic when Dr. Semple confronts Voigt's corruption, only for Dexter Charne to quietly plot his own takeover with Tracy Speck's help. As tensions escalate, a violent confrontation erupts—ending in tragedy when Charne accidentally kills Speck, and then falls victim to one of Randy's antibodies. Written by Mark Gruenwald and illustrated by Paul Ryan, with inks by Danny Bulanadi, colors by Paul Becton, and letters by Phil Felix, this 1987 issue features a cover by Paul Ryan that captures the tension in sharp, dynamic detail.
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After Dave and Randy inform Dr. Semple of Voigt's actions, the remaining staff attempts to reform Voigt's corruption. However, Dexter Charne attempts to surreptitiously seize control of the Clinic with the help of Tracy Speck. Dave confronts Charne and, in the battle, Charne accidentally shoots and kills Speck. Before Dave can do anything else to stop Charne, one of Randy's antibodies kills Charne by breaking his neck.
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