Elementary season 5 episode 17 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In "Elementary," Shinwell, working with SBK, seeks Joan's help to connect with Detective Guzman for inside information. Meanwhile, Sherlock trains Shinwell for informant work using chess boxing. A mystery unfolds around a missing woman named Frances, later revealed to be a valuable guitar named "Lady Frances," not a person. The investigation leads to a high-stakes game involving a murdered victim, Darren Azoff, a music producer, and a corrupted technology, BulletPoint, used to manipulate crime data for political gain. The episode intertwines Shinwell's gang involvement with a complex murder case tied to a valuable guitar and political corruption.
Full Episode S05E17 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Shinwell, and what is his goal?
Shinwell is engaged with the South Bronx Killas (SBK) and wants to bring them down.
How is Detective Guzman involved with Shinwell?
Detective Guzman from the Bronx gang squad is supposed to register Shinwell as a Confidential Informant (C.I.).
What training does Sherlock offer Shinwell?
Sherlock offers to train Shinwell in being an informant, teaching him to shift mental states quickly.
What is the significance of the "Lady Frances"?
"Lady Frances" is initially thought to be a woman but is later revealed to be a valuable vintage guitar.
What technology is used in the investigation of a shooting?
BulletPoint technology is used, which detects gunshots and records audio around the scene.
Who is Darren Azoff, and what happened to him?
Darren Azoff is a victim associated with the stolen Lady Frances guitar, and he is murdered.
What is Shinwell's reaction to a drive-by shooting he's involved in?
Shinwell insists on handling the drive-by shooting himself