DI Alex Drake is a fictional character from the British television series Ashes to Ashes. She is portrayed as a determined and skilled detective inspector who finds herself in a time-travel scenario, waking up in the year 1981 after being shot in the present day. In her new environment, DI Drake navigates the challenges of working with the London Metropolitan Police while trying to understand her situation. Her character is known for her intelligence, strong will, and ability to adapt to the cultural differences of the past, all while seeking a way back to her own time.