NCIS season 10 episode 17 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

In NCIS, Gibbs skips his annual fishing trip, concerned about a serial killer, the Dead Rose Slasher, resurfacing. His friend Frankie fears his son, Cameron, resembles the slasher. The team investigates another case involving a missing Lance Corporal and a dancer. Gibbs and Detective Shard collaborate on the slasher case, focusing on Cameron as a suspect. Meanwhile, DiNozzo and Dorneget pursue leads in the Bahamas. Abby and Ramsey discover the original slasher was Leo Winkler, now dead, implying a copycat. The copycat turns out to be reporter Bart Crowley, reigniting his career with the killings.

Full Episode S10E17 Recap

### Opening Scene: TV News Report on the Dead Rose Slasher - **Location**: NCIS Office - **Characters**: TV News Reporter, Gibbs, NCIS team - A news report describes the return of the Dead Rose Slasher, claiming two victims in the past week. - Gibbs expresses concern over Abby's safety. - The team discusses the case and Gibbs' skipped fishing trip. ### Gibbs and Frankie Discuss Cameron - **Location**: NCIS Office - **Characters**: Gibbs, Frankie - Frankie, Gibbs' friend, is worried about his son, Cameron, who is struggling to find work and is depressed. - Frankie reveals that Cameron resembles the sketch of the Dead Rose Slasher. - Frankie shares Cameron's past issues, including an accusation of date rape. ### Team Discussion and Vance's Orders - **Location**: NCIS Office - **Characters**: NCIS team, Director Vance - The team discusses a separate case involving Lance Corporal Douglas Alexander and Melissa Tourney. - Director Vance instructs Gibbs to see him. ### Gibbs Meets Detective Shard - **Location**: Crime Scene - **Characters**: Gibbs, Detective Shard - Gibbs and Shard discuss the Dead Rose Slasher case. - Gibbs seeks to eliminate Cameron as a suspect. ### DiNozzo and Ziva Investigate Melissa Tourney - **Location**: Strip Club - **Characters**: DiNozzo, Ziva, Club Workers - DiNozzo and Ziva gather information on Melissa and her relationship with Alexander. ### Ducky and Gibbs Discuss the Slasher Case - **Location**: Autopsy Room - **Characters**: Ducky, Gibbs - Ducky shares information about the Slasher's victims from the City M.E. - Ducky notes all victims were drug users. ### Gibbs and Cameron Dean - **Location**: NCIS Office - **Characters**: Gibbs, Cameron Dean, Frankie - Cameron is brought in for questioning by Gibbs. - Cameron explains his actions and alibi. - Detective Shard arrives to take Cameron for questioning. ### DiNozzo and Dorneget in the Bahamas - **Location**: Bahamas Resort - **Characters**: DiNozzo, Dorneget, Melissa Tourney - DiNozzo and Dorneget track down Melissa Tourney. - They observe and interact with Melissa, waiting for Alexander. ### Gibbs and Vance Discuss the Case - **Location**: NCIS Office - **Characters**: Gibbs, Vance - Vance discusses his grief and the need for space. - Gibbs updates Vance on the Slasher case. ### Abby and Ramsey Boone Analyze Evidence - **Location**: Forensic Lab - **Characters**: Abby, Ramsey Boone - Abby and Ramsey discover crucial evidence linking the Slasher to Leo Winkler. - They conclude there must be a copycat since Winkler is dead. ### Conclusion: Arrest of Bart Crowley - **Location**: TV Station - **Characters**: Gibbs, Bart Crowley, Detective Shard - Gibbs and Shard confront and arrest Bart Crowley, the copycat killer, at his TV station. - Evidence in Crowley's apartment links him to the recent murders.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the Dead Rose Slasher?

The Dead Rose Slasher is a serial killer targeting young women, leaving a dead rose on their chests.

Why is Gibbs concerned about Abby?

Gibbs is concerned for Abby's safety due to the return of the Dead Rose Slasher.

Who is Frankie worried about, and why?

Frankie is worried about his son, Cameron, who is struggling with depression and unemployment.

What connection does Cameron have to the Dead Rose Slasher case?

Cameron resembles the sketch of the Dead Rose Slasher, and his past and movements coincide with the murders.

What case are DiNozzo and Ziva investigating?

They are investigating a case involving Lance Corporal Douglas Alexander and Melissa Tourney.

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