NCIS season 15 episode 14 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

In "NCIS 15x14 - Keep Your Friends Close," the team investigates the murder of Lieutenant O'Connell and Navy Commander Willis, linking the killings to a professional hitman. Agent Gibbs faces a moral dilemma as he testifies against FBI Agent Tobias Fornell, leading to Fornell's career downfall. Meanwhile, Agent McGee struggles with balancing work and family life. The investigation reveals the murders are connected to a jury trial involving a Ponzi scheme. In a twist, Commander Willis's wife is implicated in hiring the hitman. The episode concludes with Gibbs and Fornell resolving their tension and joining forces to capture a previously thought innocent man, Hicks.

Full Episode S15E14 Recap

### Episode Overview "NCIS 15x14 - Keep Your Friends Close" originally aired on February 6. The episode delves into a complex murder investigation intertwined with personal dramas of the NCIS team. ### Scene: The Murder Investigation Begins - **At the Crime Scene**: The team investigates Lieutenant O'Connell's murder. The left-handed swing suggests the killer is a serial murderer. - **Courtroom Drama**: Agent Gibbs testifies against FBI Agent Tobias Fornell, leading to Fornell's career downfall. ### Scene: NCIS Team Dynamics - **NCIS Office**: McGee is praised for cracking a case. He's shown as a dedicated father and agent. The team is called to a new case – a dead Navy Commander. ### Scene: The Investigation Progresses - **Autopsy Room**: The team examines the Navy Commander's body. They find gunshot wounds and signs of attempted body disposal using lye. ### Scene: Uncovering the Hitman - **Interrogation with Ozzie Duncan**: Ozzie, found with the stolen van containing the body, reveals he was unaware of its contents. This leads the team to suspect a professional hitman. - **Fornell's Involvement**: Ex-FBI Agent Fornell, now a PI, provides crucial insights into the case. ### Scene: Delving Deeper - **Investigating Connections**: The team learns Commander Willis was on the jury of a high-profile trial and connects this to his murder. - **Personal Struggles**: Agent McGee struggles with balancing work and family life. ### Scene: Confrontation and Revelations - **Chasing the Hitman**: The team tracks down and captures the hitmen responsible for disposing of Commander Willis's body. - **Gibbs and Fornell's Tension**: Gibbs reveals to Fornell that he was right about Hicks, the man they initially thought was innocent. ### Scene: Resolution - **Closure**: The team solves the murder, linking it to the jury trial. The victim's wife is implicated in hiring the hitman. Fornell joins Gibbs in a renewed effort to capture Hicks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was murdered in NCIS 15x14 "Keep Your Friends Close"?

Lieutenant O'Connell and Navy Commander James Willis were murdered.

What evidence suggested the murderer was left-handed?

The injury on Lieutenant O'Connell suggested a left-handed swing.

Why was FBI Agent Tobias Fornell's career affected?

Agent Gibbs testified against him in court, leading to his downfall.

What was Agent McGee praised for at the NCIS office?

He was praised for cracking the Thomas Brown case.

What was the cause of death for Navy Commander Willis?

A gunshot wound to the head.

Who was initially found with the stolen van containing Commander Willis's body?

Ozzie Duncan.

What role did Tobias Fornell play in the investigation?

He provided crucial insights as a private investigator.

How was Commander Willis connected to a high-profile trial?

He was the jury foreman in the trial of Albert Hathaway, a Ponzi scheme operator.

What personal struggle is Agent McGee facing?

Balancing work and family life.

Who were the hitmen responsible for disposing of Commander Willis's body?

The Barrett brothers, Michael and Joey.

What was the motive behind Commander Willis's murder?

It was connected to the jury trial of Albert Hathaway.

Did Gibbs and Fornell resolve their tension?

Yes, Gibbs revealed the truth about Hicks to Fornell, and they decided to work together.

Who was implicated in hiring the hitman for Commander Willis's murder?

Commander Willis's wife.

What personal challenge is Fornell facing?

Dealing with the repercussions of his tarnished career and his daughter's perception of him.

What is the next step for Gibbs and Fornell?

They join forces to capture Hicks.

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