NCIS season 8 episode 21 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

In Washington, D.C., NCIS investigates the Pentagon murder of Lieutenant Ross, whose neck was broken with martial arts efficiency. Suspicion falls on Petty Officer Donner, but the case twists when Donner is found dead from a heart attack days before Ross's murder. The team uncovers a complex plot involving a realistic mask, revealing Commander Tunney as the murderer, impersonating Donner. Tunney's

Full Episode S08E21 Recap

### Opening Scene - Location: Washington, D.C., early morning. - A radio host warms up the city with music. - Two characters discuss lost credit cards found in the copy room. ### At NCIS - A character finds an eyeball in their drink, leading to a discussion about a case. - Special Agent Barrett and her team are assigned the Port-to-Port case. ### Pentagon Murder Scene - The team investigates a murder at the Pentagon. - Lieutenant Ross is found dead with martial arts skills indicated as the cause. - Discussions reveal her work in recordkeeping at the Joint DOD Command Center. ### Investigation Progress - Petty Officer Donner is suspected of the murder. - Lieutenant Ross's roommate provides insights into her personal life. - Donner's wife, Kelsey, is interviewed but appears to know little. ### Further Clues and Discoveries - Video evidence at the Pentagon suggests Donner is the murderer. - Donner's connection to Lieutenant Ross is explored. - The team uncovers that Ross was pregnant. ### Stakeout and Revelations - A stakeout reveals Donner's wife with another man. - Commander Tunney is identified as involved with Ross. ### Autopsy and New Evidence - Autopsy reveals Donner died of a heart attack days before Ross's murder. - Confusion arises over Donner's death and the murder timeline. - The team considers the possibility of a disguised perpetrator. ### Confrontation and Closure - Commander Tunney is confronted and eventually admits to the murder while wearing a mask to impersonate Donner. - The motive is revealed to be a cover-up of a covert operation gone wrong. - The case concludes with Tunney's arrest and reflections on the nature of covert operations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where was Lieutenant Ross's body found?

Lieutenant Ross's body was found at the Pentagon.

What was the cause of Lieutenant Ross's death?

Her neck was broken efficiently, suggesting someone with martial arts skills.

Who initially took over the Port-to-Port case?

Special Agent Barrett and her team.

Who was the primary suspect in Lieutenant Ross's murder?

Petty Officer Donner.

What personal information is revealed about Lieutenant Ross?

She was in a relationship with a married man and was pregnant.

How did the team initially suspect Donner committed the murder?

They found video evidence at the Pentagon.

What surprising discovery is made about Donner's death?

Donner had been dead for days before Ross's murder, due to a heart attack.

Who is revealed to have an affair with Lieutenant Ross?

Commander Nelson Tunney.

What was unusual about the way Ross was murdered?

The murderer wore a mask to impersonate Donner.

What was Commander Tunney's motive for the murder?

To cover up a covert operation in Kandahar that went wrong.

How did the team discover Tunney's involvement?

Through investigation and evidence linking him to the Pentagon during the murder.

What was the condition of Donner's body when found?

He had died of a heart attack and his body showed signs of being moved post-mortem.

What led to the conclusion that a mask was used in the murder?

The team discovered a mask-making operation capable of creating realistic faces.

Was Commander Tunney successful in his cover-up?

No, he was arrested and his cover-up was exposed.

What technology assisted in uncovering the truth about the murder?

Video surveillance and facial recognition technology.

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