NCIS season 5 episode 8 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Rear Admiral Kenneth Kirkland is assassinated in a cab, initially believed to be the target. NCIS investigates and discovers the real target is the cab driver, Atif Nukunda, a political refugee from Burundi. Through detailed investigation, they uncover Nukunda's true identity as Thomas Zuri, a political activist. His wife, Sayda Zuri, arrives but doesn't recognize Nukunda as her husband due to his changed appearance. The case unravels a plot by Burundian extremists to kill Zuri. The NCIS team thwarts an assassination attempt, saving Zuri and reuniting him with Sayda, revealing the complexities of identity and political intrigue.

Full Episode S05E08 Recap

### Scene 1: Opening Scene - **Location**: In a taxi, on the phone - **Characters**: Rear Admiral Kenneth Kirkland, Cab Driver (Atif Nukunda) - **Key Events**: - Kirkland is in a hurry, instructing someone on the phone to start a presentation. - His car broke down, so he's taking a cab. - He mentions using a laser pointer to keep the GAO guys engaged. ### Scene 2: NCIS Office - **Location**: NCIS office - **Characters**: Ziva David, other NCIS team members - **Key Events**: - Ziva is on a personal call, discussing ending a relationship. - She is interrupted by a team member who pretends to be her husband, threatening the person on the other end. - It's revealed she was talking to her Aunt Nettie about ending her mahjong partnership. ### Scene 3: Crime Scene Investigation - **Location**: Crime scene - **Characters**: NCIS team, including Gibbs, DiNozzo, and McGee - **Key Events**: - NCIS team investigates the crime scene where Kirkland and the cab driver were shot. - They find multiple 9mm cartridges and determine it was a targeted assassination, not a robbery. - They notice a missing tooth from Kirkland, suggesting it's a case of mistaken identity with the real target being the cab driver, Atif Nukunda. ### Scene 4: NCIS Office and Field Work - **Location**: NCIS office and various locations - **Characters**: NCIS team, Delphin Abaka, and others - **Key Events**: - Investigation reveals Atif Nukunda was a political refugee from Burundi. - The team learns Nukunda was targeted by Burundian extremists. - Sayda Zuri, a woman claiming to be Nukunda’s wife, is brought in but she denies Nukunda is her husband. ### Scene 5: Confrontation and Resolution - **Location**: Various locations including a hotel and a confrontation scene - **Characters**: NCIS team, Sayda Zuri, Delphin Abaka, Thomas Zuri - **Key Events**: - The team discovers Nukunda’s real identity is Thomas Zuri, a political activist from Burundi. - They confront Delphin Abaka, revealing his role in the assassination attempt. - In a dramatic scene, the team saves Thomas Zuri and reunites him with Sayda, his true wife. ### Final Scene: Closing - **Location**: NCIS office - **Characters**: NCIS team - **Key Events**: - The team wraps up the case, discussing the complexities involved. - There's a light moment reflecting on the case and their personal lives.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Rear Admiral Kenneth Kirkland?

Rear Admiral Kenneth Kirkland is a character who was assassinated in a taxi, initially believed to be the target of the attack.

What happened to Kirkland's car?

Kirkland's car broke down, forcing him to take a taxi.

Who is Ziva David speaking to on the phone at the NCIS office?

Ziva David is speaking to her Aunt Nettie about ending her mahjong partnership.

What is the main crime scene in the episode?

The main crime scene is the location where Kirkland and the cab driver were shot.

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