Law & Order season 22 episode 16 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Jacob Ackerman, a renowned journalist, is found murdered, sparking an investigation that uncovers a web of deceit and corruption. Initial suspicions fall on Lamar Cordell, a controversial podcaster, but his al
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Jacob Ackerman?
Jacob Ackerman is a Pulitzer-winning reporter and the victim in the murder investigation.
What led the detectives to suspect Lamar Cordell in Ackerman's murder?
Ackerman's son accused Cordell due to a recent feud over an op-ed Ackerman wrote criticizing Cordell.
Was Lamar Cordell responsible for Ackerman's murder?
No, Cordell had an alibi and was not the killer.
What was the suspected murder weapon?
A knife with a 7-8 inch serrated blade.
What hate crime was discovered in relation to Ackerman?
Ackerman was a victim of online hate and doxxing, likely due to his Jewish heritage.
Who is Lucas Hobbs?
Lucas Hobbs is associated with a white supremacist group and was found to have vandalized Ackerman's property.
What key evidence linked David Costa to the murders?
A jacket matching an eyewitness description and a knife with Ackerman's blood were found in Costa's possession.
Why was Costa suspected of murdering Deputy Mayor Patricia Simonian?
Both were involved in the SiteShield scandal, and their murders were closely timed and connected.
What ethical dilemma did the prosecution face during Costa's trial?
They used testimony from a neo-Nazi, Lucas Hobbs, in exchange for leniency on his hate crime charges.
What was the outcome of David Costa's trial?
David Costa was found guilty of Jacob Ackerman's murder.