Law & Order season 22 episode 15 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Detective Shaw, mistakenly confronted by police, investigates the murder of Dr. Darian Marshall, a heart surgeon. Initial suspects include Dr. Hopkins, with a solid alibi, and Greg Donnelly, the ex-wife's boyfriend, also cleared. Suspicion shifts to Brian Burke, a robbery victim, who confesses to accidentally killing Marshall in self-defense, influenced by false criminal alerts posted by Daniel Deluca. Deluca's trial reveals his manipulative tactics for profit through real estate. Deluca is found guilty of manslaughter. Shaw faces professional challenges with an Internal Affairs complaint, highlighting systemic issues in police dynamics.
Full Episode S22E15 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the main detective in this episode?
Detective Shaw from the 2-7 precinct.
What was the cause of death for Dr. Darian Marshall?
Blunt force trauma to the head.
Was the murder of Dr. Marshall a robbery?
No, it was not a robbery as valuable items were left at the scene.
Who was initially suspected in Dr. Marshall's murder?
Dr. Hopkins, a colleague of the victim.
What was Dr. Hopkins' alibi?
He was at the theater with his wife during the time of the murder.
Who became a suspect after Dr. Hopkins?
Brian Burke, who was initially a victim of a robbery.
What was Burke's reason for attacking Dr. Marshall?
He claimed it was self-defense, believing Dr. Marshall was going to attack him.
Who is Daniel Deluca and what was his role?
Daniel Deluca posted false criminal alerts on a neighborhood app, which influenced Brian Burke's actions.
What was Deluca's motive for his posts?
To manipulate real estate prices by creating a false sense of danger.
What was the outcome of the trial?
Daniel Deluca was found guilty of manslaughter.
What happened to Detective Shaw's Internal Affairs complaint?
It was found to be unsubstantiated, but the complaint against him resulted in a suspension.
How did the detectives determine Burke's location on the night of the murder?
They used surveillance video and a receipt from a local liquor store.
Did Burke intentionally set out to kill Dr. Marshall?
No, it appeared to be an impulsive act rather than premeditated murder.
How did the detectives link Deluca's posts to the murder?
They found a pattern in his posts correlating with his real estate activities.
What was the key evidence against Deluca in the trial?
The pattern of his posts and their impact on property values, along with Burke's testimony about believing the posts.