FBI season 5 episode 12 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

A city morning starts with unusual finds and a faulty bus heater. Jeff, an MTA mechanic, collapses while inspecting the heater. Meanwhile, Jubal is informed his son has a concerning lump. The scene shifts to a deadly discovery: a bus carrying a lethal botulinum toxin device. The investigation leads to Aurelio Martinez, a troubled individual linked to a Yemeni extremist group. The plot thickens with Amal Janubi's involvement in toxin creation, hinting at another imminent attack. A dramatic chase in Grand Central ensues, culminating in the team preventing a catastrophe. Amidst this, Jubal faces personal demons, acknowledging his battle with alcohol.

Full Episode S05E12 Recap

### Scene: Morning Finds and a Faulty Heater - Two city workers discuss their morning finds: a condom, chicken, and wig from one, a pill and chew toy from the other. - Jeff, an MTA mechanic, is working on a faulty bus heater. He smells something odd, but his concern is dismissed. - Jeff contacts dispatch about a leak, but his speech becomes slurred and he collapses. ### Scene: A Worrisome Lump and a Phone Call - Sam informs Jubal that his son Tyler has a lump the size of a walnut. They're heading to Dr. Craig. - Jubal reassures Tyler over the phone, trying to downplay his worries about the lump. ### Scene: Deadly Toxin on a Bus - Two dead (MTA mechanic and a cleaner), one critical, on a bus due to a possible WMD, likely a chemical or toxin. - Hazmat, National Guard, CDC, and FEMA are on scene. - A high-pressure aerosol device with botulinum toxin was found in the bus's heater. It's lethal in concentrated form. ### Scene: Investigating the Toxin Source - MTA badge found on bus footage leads to suspect Aurelio Martinez. - FBI finds Aurelio's mother, who reveals financial troubles and Aurelio's distress. - Aurelio is found dead, shot after planting the aerosol device, suggesting he's not the mastermind. ### Scene: Tracking Down the Mastermind - Aurelio's financials and emails point to a person named Bin Zada, a US-based operative for a Yemeni extremist group. - Jubal receives a worrying call about his son needing an ultrasound. - Investigating further, the team focuses on Amal Janubi, a post-doc with access to the toxin at Hudson University. ### Scene: Confronting Amal Janubi - Amal admits to making the toxin but claims she didn't weaponize it. - She reveals Bin Zada's plan for another attack that night. - The team races to find the second device before it's too late. ### Scene: The Chase and Showdown - The team identifies Hassan Nasif (Bin Zada) and his cousin Ahmad as suspects. - A pursuit ensues in Grand Central, with Ahmad dead and Hassan cornered. - Hassan refuses to reveal the device's location, hinting at its imminent activation. ### Scene: Averting Disaster - The team deduces the device's location and disables it, preventing mass casualties. - Maggie confronts Jubal about his behavior, suspecting alcohol consumption. - Jubal acknowledges his relapse and decides to seek help. ### Scene: Relief and Reflection - Jubal learns that Tyler's lump is just a cyst, but he's overwhelmed by his personal struggles. - Jubal admits to his slip with alcohol and chooses to leave, realizing the impact on his family and job.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the morning find of the two city workers?

A condom, chicken, and a wig from one, and a pill and chew toy from the other.

What issue was Jeff, the MTA mechanic, addressing?

A faulty bus heater.

What did Sam inform Jubal about his son?

That his son Tyler has a walnut-sized lump.

What deadly substance was found on the bus?

A high-pressure aerosol device with botulinum toxin.

Who is suspected of planting the aerosol device on the bus?

Aurelio Martinez.

What did Aurelio's mother reveal about him?

Financial troubles and mental distress.

How did Aurelio Martinez die?

He was shot after planting the aerosol device.

Who is Bin Zada?

A US-based operative for a Yemeni extremist group.

What did Amal Janubi admit to the FBI?

Making the toxin but not weaponizing it.

Who were identified as the main suspects for the second attack?

Hassan Nasif (Bin Zada) and his cousin Ahmad.

Where did the pursuit of the suspects occur?

Grand Central Station.

What did Hassan Nasif reveal about the second device?

It was set to activate imminently.

How did the team prevent the second attack?

By locating and disabling the device in Grand Central.

What personal issue is Jubal struggling with?

Alcohol relapse.

What was the diagnosis of Tyler's lump?

A cyst.

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