NCIS season 18 episode 3 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Emily Fornell fights for her life due to counterfeit opioids, leading her father and Gibbs to probe the drug trail. Meanwhile, the NCIS team investigates the brutal murder of Diego Barnes, a climber entangled in a treasure hunt devised by Angus DeMint. The hunt for DeMint's treasure, fueled by cryptic codes and buried secrets, intertwines with Barnes' murder. Family dynamics surface as Margot, Angus's estranged daughter, aids the investigation

Full Episode S18E03 Recap

### Introduction to the Crisis - Emily Fornell is in critical condition due to counterfeit opioids. - McGee is temporarily in charge of the team. - Fornell has a lead on the opioid supplier. ### Gibbs and Fornell's Investigation - Gibbs joins Fornell in tracking down the drug supplier. - Fornell works undercover at a fast-food restaurant linked to the drugs. ### NCIS Team at the Bar - The NCIS team, excluding Gibbs, has a night out. - Gibbs unexpectedly joins them, leading to heavy drinking. ### The Climber Murder Case - Diego Barnes, a Navy recruiter and climber, is found gutted. - The murder weapon is discovered with traces of the killer's vomit. - The team learns Barnes was involved in a treasure hunt. ### The Treasure Hunt - Barnes was seeking the DeMint treasure, buried by lawyer Angus DeMint. - DeMint refuses to help NCIS, adhering to his treasure hunt's rules. ### Margot's Intervention - Margot, Angus's daughter, provides NCIS with information from her father's chats. - The team learns about a fight involving Barnes at a climbing gym. ### Investigation at the Gym - The team interviews climbers Camille and Xander, who were close to Barnes. - Camille and Xander's alibi for the murder night is dubious. ### Deciphering the Codes - The team struggles to solve the DeMint treasure codes. - They track down Angus's last phone call location near his home. ### Angus Goes Missing - Angus's home shows signs of a staged break-in. - Angus is suspected to be seeking the murderer himself. ### Confronting the Climbers - Camille and Xander are interrogated but maintain their innocence. - Angus contacts Gibbs, revealing he's being blackmailed with Margot's life. ### Showdown and Resolution - Angus provides fake treasure coordinates to save Margot. - The killer, Simon, the gym receptionist, is apprehended. - Angus and Margot reconcile and end the treasure hunt, honoring her mother. ### Conclusion - The NCIS team reflects on the case and their night out. - Fornell's disappearance suggests unresolved threads in the opioid case.

Frequently Asked Questions

What condition is Emily Fornell in?

Emily Fornell is in critical condition due to counterfeit opioids.

Who is in temporary charge of the NCIS team?

McGee is temporarily in charge.

What is Fornell's lead in the opioid case?

Fornell is tracking down the errand boy who supplied the counterfeit opioids.

What is the connection between the fast-food restaurant and the drug case?

The fast-food restaurant is linked to the opioid supply chain.

What is the NCIS team investigating?

They are investigating the murder of Diego Barnes, a Navy recruiter and climber.

What is unique about Barnes' murder?

Barnes was gutted, and his murder is connected to a treasure hunt.

Who created the treasure hunt?

The treasure hunt was created by Angus DeMint, a former lawyer.

What is Angus DeMint's stance on helping NCIS?

Angus refuses to help NCIS, adhering to the rules of his treasure hunt.

Who provides NCIS with crucial information from Angus's chats?

Margot, Angus's daughter, provides the information.

What do Camille and Xander claim about their alibi?

Camille and Xander claim they were together the night of the murder but have no external verification.

What leads NCIS to suspect Angus is seeking the murderer?

A staged break-in at Angus's home and his disappearance lead to this suspicion.

How is the killer apprehended?

The killer, Simon, is apprehended at a staged treasure location.

What happens to the DeMint treasure?

Angus and Margot end the treasure hunt and use the money for a foundation in her mother's name.

What unresolved issue remains at the end of the episode?

Fornell's disappearance hints at ongoing issues in the opioid case.

What was the team's night out like?

The NCIS team, except Gibbs, had a heavy-drinking night out, joined unexpectedly by Gibbs.

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