NCIS season 8 episode 3 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

In "NCIS 8x03 - Short Fuse," the NCIS team investigates a home invasion where Marine Sergeant Dempsey killed an intruder. The case twists when they discover the intruder's fingerprints were removed, hinting at his criminal past. Meanwhile, Tony juggles a photoshoot for an NCIS recruiting brochure. The investigation leads to uncovering Dempsey's connection with FBI's Gary Tolin, who she used to find Gene Abbott, responsible for her brother's paralysis. Dempsey's vengeful plan is thwarted, and the episode concludes with reflections on the case and Tony's brochure outcome.

Full Episode S08E03 Recap

### Staff Meeting and Intruder Alert - **Scene at Gary's house:** Gary discusses a staff meeting. Suddenly, he and Heather hear a noise downstairs. - **Heather investigates:** Heather goes to check, asking Gary to stay put. ### NCIS Headquarters: Tony's Photo Shoot - **Tony's photo session:** Tony is being photographed for the NCIS recruiting brochure. - **Team comments on the shoot:** The team jokes about Tony being the new face of NCIS. - **Gibbs' arrival with a new case:** Gibbs interrupts, informing the team about a Marine who killed an intruder. ### Crime Scene: The Intruder Investigation - **Investigating the intruder's death:** The team examines the crime scene, noting the intruder's lack of identification and the fact his fingerprints have been removed. - **Background on Sergeant Dempsey:** Dempsey, the Marine, is introduced as a bomb tech with a bold personality. ### NCIS Headquarters: Investigating the Intruder - **Analysing the intruder's weapon:** Abby attempts to retrieve the serial number from the intruder's weapon. - **Tony's struggle with the photographer:** Tony tries to balance the investigation with his photo shoot obligations. - **Ducky's examination of the body:** Ducky provides insights into the intruder's age and health history. ### NCIS Headquarters: Delving Deeper - **McGee's findings on the phone call:** McGee discovers a man's voice in the background of Dempsey's 911 call, suggesting she wasn't alone. - **Ziva's research on Dempsey:** Ziva uncovers Dempsey's tumultuous past and family background. ### Investigating Dempsey and Tolin - **Tony and Ziva's suspicions:** Tony and Ziva speculate about the man Dempsey was with, suspecting a connection to the FBI. - **Tony's interaction with the photographer:** Tony continues to deal with the photo shoot while investigating. - **Gibbs and Fornell discuss Tolin:** Gibbs and Fornell talk about Tolin, suspecting his involvement. ### Bomb Threat at USS Barry - **Bomb threat investigation:** The team responds to a bomb threat aboard the USS Barry. - **Dempsey's risky bomb disposal:** Dempsey disarms a bomb, defying orders and risking her life. ### Conclusion: Unraveling the Plot - **Gibbs confronts Dempsey:** Gibbs questions Dempsey about her involvement with Tolin and the real motives behind the intrusion. - **Revealing Dempsey's plan:** It's revealed that Dempsey used Tolin to get information on Gene Abbott, a man involved in her brother's paralysis. - **The aftermath:** The episode concludes with the team reflecting on the case and Tony's brochure shoot outcome.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the main character involved in the photo shoot at NCIS headquarters?

Tony DiNozzo.

What case does Gibbs bring to the team's attention?

A Marine named Sergeant Dempsey who killed an intruder in her home.

What significant detail is discovered about the intruder at Dempsey's house?

The intruder's fingerprints had been removed.

Who is Sergeant Dempsey in the episode?

A bomb tech in the Marine Corps.

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Short Fuse