NCIS season 19 episode 8 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Lieutenant Victor Bateson, a Navy reservist, is found dead with multiple gunshot wounds at an outdoor shooting range. Working part-time at a bar and a security expo, he was well-regarded as a gentle "Peacekeeper." His secret relationship with a woman named Doris and contentious divorce from his gun-enthusiast ex-wife, "Annie Oakley," come to light. The NCIS team discovers that Harry, the bar owner, accidentally shot Bateson during a dispute over money. Panicking, Harry moved the body to the shooting range. Meanwhile, Kasie grapples with the idea of owning a gun for personal safety but ultimately decides against it.

Full Episode S19E08 Recap

### Scene: Outdoor Shooting Range - Ned resets a mannequin at a shooting range, while his father instructs him about proper shooting ethics. - They discover the body of Navy reservist Lieutenant Victor Bateson in a car used for target practice. - The NCIS team arrives and finds Bateson with multiple gunshot wounds. - They learn Bateson was working part-time jobs, including at a Lionheart Bar and Grill. ### Scene: Lionheart Bar and Grill - The team interviews bar staff, learning about Bateson's nickname "Peacekeeper" and his reputation as a gentle, effective bouncer. - They also discover Bateson had a contentious divorce and his ex-wife is nicknamed "Annie Oakley." ### Scene: Autopsy Room - Jimmy Palmer discovers the cause of Bateson's death was a gunshot wound to the pulmonary artery, but identifying the specific bullet is challenging due to the numerous shots he received postmortem. ### Scene: NCIS Headquarters - The team discusses Bateson's part-time job at the Fairfax Expo Center. - Kasie and Torres share personal stories, reflecting on their experiences and fears. ### Scene: Fairfax Expo Center - At the security expo, the team learns about Bateson's relationship with a woman named Doris, who was secretly dating Bateson. - They also encounter a man named Roy, selling ammunition illegally from his van. ### Scene: NCIS Headquarters - Kasie struggles with the decision to own a gun for personal safety. - Jimmy Palmer and Kasie discuss their personal traumas and coping mechanisms. ### Scene: Confrontation with Harry - The team confronts Harry, the bar owner, who admits to accidentally shooting Bateson after a disagreement over missing money. - Harry explains he moved Bateson's body to the shooting range in a panic. ### Scene: NCIS Headquarters - The team reflects on the case and their personal connections to it. - Torres decides to restore his first car, Stella, which was damaged in an accident. ### Scene: Shooting Range - Kasie visits the shooting range with a friend, trying out various firearms. - She decides not to purchase a gun but expresses interest in returning to the range for stress relief.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who found the body of Lieutenant Victor Bateson?

Ned and his father found the body at the outdoor shooting range.

What was Bateson's nickname?

Bateson was nicknamed "Peacekeeper."

Where did Bateson work part-time?

Bateson worked part-time at the Lionheart Bar and Grill and the Fairfax Expo Center.

What was the cause of Bateson's death?

The cause of death was a gunshot wound to the pulmonary artery.

Who was secretly dating Bateson?

Bateson was secretly dating a woman named Doris.

Why did Harry, the bar owner, shoot Bateson?

Harry shot Bateson accidentally after a disagreement over missing money.

What did Harry do with Bateson's body?

Harry moved Bateson's body to the shooting range.

Did Kasie decide to purchase a gun for personal safety?

No, Kasie decided not to purchase a gun but considered returning to the range for stress relief.

What is Torres's project related to his first car?

Torres decided to restore his first car, Stella.

Why did Kasie visit the shooting range?

Kasie visited the range to consider owning a gun for personal safety.

What was Bateson's reputation at his jobs?

Bateson was known as a gentle and effective bouncer, and a "gentle giant."

Who sold ammunition illegally at the Fairfax Expo Center?

A man named Roy sold ammunition illegally from his van.

What did the NCIS team learn at the security expo?

They learned about Bateson's secret relationship and the illegal ammunition sales.

How did the NCIS team find the killer?

They traced the murder weapon, a Walther PPK, to Harry, the bar owner.

What was the motive behind the accidental shooting?

The shooting occurred during a drunken argument over missing money.

NCIS season 19 episode 8

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