NCIS season 16 episode 23 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

In "NCIS 16x23," the team investigates the murder of Marine Gunnery Sergeant Richard Wilson, leading them to uncover a tangled web of secrets within his unit. As they delve deeper, they discover the involvement of a valuable brooch bought with stolen money from a Taliban mission. Meanwhile, Gibbs grapples with his own past actions, having revealed to his team that he killed the man responsible for his family's murder. The episode culminates with the arrest of Inga Petrov, connected to the brooch's theft, while Gibbs faces internal turmoil and the prospect of retirement.

Full Episode S16E23 Recap

### Scene 1: Under the Bridge - A woman wakes up under a bridge, expressing discomfort about their situation. - A man advises her to lay off caffeine but she attributes her restlessness to her mind. - They hear morning traffic and decide to start their day, but are startled by a noise outside. ### Scene 2: NCIS Office - Torres and Bishop have a light-hearted argument. - The team discusses Gibbs's recent revelation about a past killing. - They receive a call about a dead Marine and leave to investigate. ### Scene 3: Crime Scene in Reston - The victim is identified as Marine Gunnery Sergeant Richard Wilson. - Palmer finds two gunshot wounds on Wilson's body. - Bishop discovers skid marks nearby, indicating a vehicle was involved. ### Scene 4: Wilson's House - The team arrives at Wilson's house, finding it ransacked. - They encounter Mrs. Wilson, who is unaware of her husband's death and the state of her home. - Mrs. Wilson describes her husband as a quiet, complicated man affected by his military service. ### Scene 5: NCIS Office - Investigating Wilson's Background - The team learns that Wilson was part of a unit that captured a Taliban leader and recovered stolen money. - Gibbs seems distracted and unresponsive, prompting concern from the team. ### Scene 6: Confronting John Calfa, a Former Marine - The team interviews John Calfa, a former member of Wilson's unit. - Calfa is defensive about his relationship with Wilson and denies any involvement in the murder. ### Scene 7: Gibbs and Dr. Grace Confalone - Gibbs meets with Dr. Grace Confalone, discussing his moral dilemma about a past action. - Gibbs reveals he killed the man who murdered his family, and struggles with his team knowing this. ### Scene 8: NCIS Office - Progress in the Case - The team discovers that Wilson visited another unit member, Jordan McCarthy, before his death. - They suspect McCarthy might be involved or in danger. ### Scene 9: Gibbs Continues Session with Dr. Confalone - Gibbs and Dr. Confalone discuss his guilt, justification for his actions, and the impact on his team. - Gibbs contemplates turning himself in for his past crime. ### Scene 10: NCIS Office - Break in the Case - The team learns McCarthy has been found dead, pointing to a connection between the murders. - They deduce that the motive might be related to stolen money from the Taliban mission. ### Scene 11: Gibbs and Dr. Confalone - Confronting Retirement - Dr. Confalone suggests that Gibbs is facing the prospect of retirement and what his life would be without NCIS. ### Scene 12: NCIS Office - Unraveling the Case - The team learns that the murders are connected to a valuable brooch bought with stolen money. - They identify Inga Petrov as the suspect and arrest her at the airport. ### Scene 13: Gibbs Reflects with Dr. Confalone - Gibbs and Dr. Confalone discuss his role in NCIS and how he wants his career to end. - Gibbs returns to NCIS, showing no intention of discussing his secret with the team. ### Scene 14: NCIS Office - Gibbs's Return - Gibbs rejoins the team, who do not bring up his secret. - The episode ends with Gibbs being informed about an emergency involving Fornell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the victim found under the bridge?

The victim is Marine Gunnery Sergeant Richard Wilson.

What is the significance of Wilson's military background?

Wilson was part of a unit that captured a Taliban leader and recovered stolen money.

Who are the main suspects in Wilson's murder?

The main suspects are members of Wilson's unit, including Jordan McCarthy and John Calfa.

What internal conflict is Gibbs facing in this episode?

Gibbs is struggling with the fact that he killed the man who murdered his family and his team knowing about it.

Did Gibbs contemplate turning himself in for his past crime?

Yes, Gibbs considered turning himself in.

What is the connection between the murders and the stolen Taliban money?

The murders are connected to a valuable brooch bought with the stolen money.

Who is Inga Petrov and what is her role in the case?

Inga Petrov is a former FSB specialist involved in the murders and the theft of the brooch.

How does the team identify Inga Petrov as the suspect?

They identify her through a partial fingerprint left on a glass of water.

What is Dr. Grace Confalone's advice to Gibbs about retirement?

She suggests that Gibbs might be facing the prospect of retirement and what his life would be without NCIS.

What does the team discover about Wilson's visit to McCarthy?

They learn that Wilson visited McCarthy before his death, indicating a connection.

Was John Calfa involved in the murders?

The team suspects Calfa but it is not conclusively proven.

How does the episode end regarding Gibbs's secret?

Gibbs rejoins the team, but they do not discuss his secret.

What emergency does Gibbs learn about at the end of the episode?

Gibbs is informed about an emergency involving Fornell.

What is the significance of the Victoria brooch?

The Victoria brooch, bought with stolen money, is the motive behind the murders.

How does Gibbs's team feel about his secret?

The team is conflicted and unsure how to react to Gibbs's secret.

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