NCIS season 12 episode 7 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In NCIS 12x07 "The Searchers," the team investigates the murder of retired master sergeant George Hawkins, found with a fake dog tag of a fallen Marine, Charles J. Kent. Bishop grapples with her field training evaluation, seeking approval and guidance from Gibbs. The investigation reveals a scam involving fake dog tags, led by Henry Caldwell and his partner Todd Price. As the team delves deeper, they travel to Vietnam, uncovering the truth behind the dog tag scam and locating Kent's actual remains, bringing closure to a decades-long mystery. The episode culminates with personal growth and introspection, particularly for Bishop and Gibbs.
Full Episode S12E07 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is George Hawkins?
George Hawkins is a retired master sergeant found dead in his garage.
What significant item was found with George Hawkins' body?
A dog tag belonging to Charles J. Kent, a deceased Marine, was found in Hawkins' hand.
How did the NCIS team learn about Hawkins' health condition?
Ducky informed the team that Hawkins was diagnosed with terminal cancer.
What was the connection between George Hawkins and Charles J. Kent?
Hawkins and Kent served together in the military, and Hawkins was deeply invested in finding Kent's remains.
Who is Alice Kent Staley?
Alice Kent Staley is the daughter of Charles J. Kent.
What discovery did Abby make about the dog tag?
Abby discovered that the dog tag was a fake and Hawkins was aware of it.
Who is involved in the fake dog tag scam?
Henry Caldwell and his partner, Todd Price, were involved in the scam.
What was Caldwell's role in the scam?
Caldwell contacted targets by phone, offering them fake dog tags of their loved ones.
How did the team track down Todd Price?
The team tracked down Price to Vietnam, where he was making the fake dog tags.
What was Todd Price's motivation for killing Hawkins?
Price killed Hawkins in what he claimed was self-defense to prevent exposure of their scam.
Where were Charles J. Kent's remains ultimately found?
Kent's remains were found in Vietnam, buried by a local who wanted to honor him.
How does Gibbs reflect on his teaching methods?
Gibbs realizes he has been going easy on Bishop due to past losses and decides to change his approach.
What does Bishop express to Gibbs about her training?
Bishop asks Gibbs to push her harder, expressing her desire to be as competent as Tony and McGee.
How does the episode conclude?
The episode concludes with the team bringing closure to the Kent case and a sense of growth within the NCIS team.
What does the discovery of Kent's remains represent?
The discovery of Kent's remains symbolizes closure for his family and a successful resolution to a long-standing mystery.
