FBI season 5 episode 20 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Erin returns to town, revealing she's been clean for almost a year and is contemplating moving to New York. She's staying with her friend Nikki, whose boyfriend JJ has disappeared. Meanwhile, Maggie investigates the murder of Rafael Morales, a case that intertwines with Erin's situation when Nikki is abducted by masked men. Erin goes undercover at Emeralds Bar to gather information, leading to a dangerous confrontation with a drug dealer named Sammy. A risky exchange to rescue Nikki goes awry, but the FBI successfully intervenes. Despite Maggie's concerns, Erin decides to stay in New York.

Full Episode S05E20 Recap

### Relationship Struggles and a Mysterious Disappearance - The episode opens with a couple discussing their relationship. The woman expresses uncertainty about their future, citing their age, multiple breakups, and trust issues. - Meanwhile, Brian abruptly leaves the conversation. ### Erin's Return and a Plea for Help - Erin, who has been clean for almost a year, returns to town and meets with Maggie. - She reveals she's staying with her friend Nikki and contemplates moving to New York. - Erin mentions Nikki's boyfriend, JJ, has mysteriously disappeared and requests help in finding him. ### Investigating a Murder in the Park - The scene shifts to a murder investigation in a park, where Detective Maggie and her team discover the body of Rafael Morales with a single gunshot wound. - They learn that Rafael had a history of drug-related offenses and was recently involved in a bar altercation. ### A Tense Encounter and a Desperate Search - Erin gets attacked at Nikki's place by masked men who abduct Nikki. - Maggie and her team investigate JJ's connection to Rafael's murder and Nikki's abduction. - They find Erin injured but alive, and she recounts the abduction, mentioning JJ and Nikki's troubled relationship. ### A Lead Unfolds at Emeralds Bar - The investigation leads to Emeralds Bar, where JJ and Rafael worked. - Erin agrees to help by trying to buy drugs at the bar to gather information. - The team discovers a link between the bar and the murder through a drug dealer named Sammy. ### Tensions Rise and a Plan Goes Awry - Erin's undercover operation at Emeralds becomes complicated, leading to a confrontation with Sammy. - Despite Erin's efforts, the situation escalates, and Sammy becomes suspicious. ### A Risky Exchange and a Dramatic Rescue - Erin arranges a risky money exchange for Nikki's return. - The exchange goes wrong, resulting in a tense standoff and a successful FBI intervention to rescue Nikki and arrest Sammy. ### Confrontations and Resolutions - Erin decides to stay in New York despite Maggie's concerns about her past addiction and safety. - The episode concludes with the revelation of Erin's innocence in drug use and the hope for a resolution in Nikki and Erin's cases.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the woman feel uncertain about her relationship at the beginning of the episode?

She cites their age, multiple breakups, and trust issues as reasons for her uncertainty.

What has Erin accomplished since she was last in town?

Erin has been clean for almost a year.

Where is Erin staying during her visit?

She is staying with her friend Nikki.

What is the central murder investigation about?

The murder of Rafael Morales in a park, who had a history of drug-related offenses.

How is Erin connected to the murder investigation?

Erin's friend Nikki is the girlfriend of JJ, who is connected to Rafael Morales.

What happens to Erin at Nikki's place?

Erin is attacked and injured by masked men who abduct Nikki.

Where do Maggie and her team find a lead for their investigation?

At Emeralds Bar, where JJ and Rafael worked.

What role does Erin play in the investigation at Emeralds?

Erin goes undercover to try to buy drugs and gather information.

Who is Sammy in relation to the investigation?

Sammy is a drug dealer at Emeralds Bar linked to Rafael's murder and Nikki's abduction.

How does the money exchange for Nikki's return go wrong?

The exchange leads to a standoff, with FBI intervention required to rescue Nikki and arrest Sammy.

What decision does Erin make about her future at the end of the episode?

Erin decides to stay in New York, despite Maggie's concerns.

What is revealed about Erin's drug test results?

The results confirm that Erin is clean and did not use drugs during the operation.

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