NCIS season 13 episode 19 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In a complex case, NCIS discovers a man's death initially reported as a murder by his wife and mistress was actually a suicide. Both women, the wife and the mistress, claim to have seen the other commit the murder. As the investigation unfolds, it's revealed they conspired to cover up the suicide to claim a $2 million insurance policy. The team uncovers a deleted suicide note and financial motives, leading to their arrest for insurance fraud, showcasing a web of deception and greed.
Full Episode S13E19 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the initial report to the police in the episode?
A woman called the police to report that her husband had been shot.
Who were the two main suspects?
The wife and the mistress of the deceased man.
What did each suspect claim?
Each claimed to have seen the other shoot the husband.
What were the NCIS team's initial steps in the investigation?
They collected evidence, interviewed the suspects, and discussed potential motives.
What did the polygraph tests reveal?
The results were inconclusive, unable to clearly identify who was lying.
What was the significant twist in the case?
It was revealed that the husband committed suicide, and the women conspired to cover it up.
What was the motive behind the cover-up?
The women wanted to make it appear as a murder to claim a $2 million insurance policy.
How was the truth about the husband's death uncovered?
The NCIS team found a deleted suicide note and pieced together the evidence.
What charges were the women arrested on?
They were arrested for insurance fraud.
How did the NCIS team feel about the case?
The team was struck by the complexities and deceptions in human relationships.
Who visited Tony DiNozzo at NCIS?
Tony DiNozzo Senior visited, expressing a desire to help out at NCIS.
What did the team discover about the husband's financial situation?
They found he had financial troubles and his wife had accumulated significant debt.
Was there any conclusive evidence against one woman?
No, there was no conclusive evidence to definitively blame either the wife or the mistress.
What did the investigation reveal about the husband's character?
It revealed he was in a troubled marriage, had an affair, and eventually committed suicide.
What was the outcome for the suspects?
Both women were arrested for conspiring to commit insurance fraud.
