FBI season 5 episode 18 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
General Lenkov blames America for his family's death in a drone strike, leading to a terror threat in New York. Meanwhile, Agent Scola learns his partner Nina, who's pregnant with his child, was shot. The FBI investigates Colonel Sittenfeld's disappearance, uncovering his affair and a subsequent armory heist involving Javelin missiles. Ray Nichols is linked to the heist; his wife Mila helps expose Adem Polat's involvement. Ultimately, the FBI stops an assassination planned by the Colima Cartel using the stolen missiles, saving a key witness.
Full Episode S05E18 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is General Lenkov and why is he relevant?
General Lenkov's family was killed in a drone strike, and he blames America, leading to a terror threat in New York City.
What is Agent Scola's personal dilemma?
Agent Scola's undercover role leads to Nina, the mother of his baby, getting shot, causing tension among his colleagues.
What happens to Colonel Sittenfeld?
Colonel Sittenfeld is attacked and goes missing, later found severely injured after his access card was used in an armory robbery.
Who is suspected of attacking Colonel Sittenfeld?
Derek White is suspected due to his confrontation with Sittenfeld over an affair with White's wife.
What was stolen from the armory?
Javelin missiles were stolen from the armory using Colonel Sittenfeld's stolen access card.
How is Ray Nichols connected to the heist?
Ray Nichols, with a criminal past, is arrested and linked to the missile heist.
What role does Mila play in the investigation?
Mila, Ray Nichols' wife, wears a wire to gather information from Adem Polat, a suspect in the heist.
What is the significance of Pascual Santos in the plot?
Pascual Santos, associated with the Colima Cartel, is identified as the buyer of the stolen Javelin missiles.
What is the intended use of the stolen missiles?
The stolen missiles are intended for an assassination using an armored van, targeting a witness against the Colima Cartel.
How is the missile threat resolved?
The FBI intercepts and thwarts the ambush, securing the missiles and protecting the witness.
