Reyka season 1 episode 4 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Reyka's father confirms spraying field 8A

Full Episode S01E04 Recap

### Helicopter Spraying and Murder Investigation - **In the Field**: A conversation about spraying fields with toxin, specifically field 8A. - **Editor's Call**: A call to confirm the cane field murders as serial killings. ### Christmas Flashback and Reyka's Investigation - **Christmas Memory**: A disturbing Christmas scene with Father Christmas, hinting at past trauma. - **Reyka's Investigation**: Reyka seeks information on Portia for a clue to Lucy's burial site. ### Family Dynamics and Reyka's Trauma - **Family Interactions**: Reyka's mother refuses to help find Portia, urging Reyka to move past her trauma. - **Revealing Reyka's Past**: Reyka's mother learns she wasn't abused by her captor, but treated as a favored child. ### Forensic Discoveries and Suspect Profiles - **Field Analysis**: Discovering that Reyka's field (8A) has been poisoned. - **Suspect DNA Analysis**: No DNA match for Pillay, the initial suspect. - **Murder Investigation Meeting**: Discussing the serial killer's profile, noting his charm and trustworthiness. ### Investigative Missteps and Family Connections - **Evidence Tampering**: A detective admits to misplacing crucial soil evidence. - **Link to Mbali Msomi's Murder**: A connection to Mbali Msomi, a waitress, and a potential suspect, Bazooka Butulese. ### Pursuing Leads and Undercover Plans - **Pastor Zik's Connection**: Investigating Pastor Zik's relationship with victim Mbali. - **Undercover Operation Suggestion**: Debating the risks of going undercover in the serial killer case. ### Press Leak and Serial Killer's Call - **Press Leak Frustration**: Dealing with the fallout from serial killer details leaked to the press. - **Serial Killer's Phone Call**: A call from the killer, reacting to his portrayal in the newspaper. ### Further Investigations and Family Tensions - **Exploring Mbali's Past**: Learning of Mbali's abortion and her relationship with Pastor Zik. - **Angus and Elsa Confrontation**: Elsa confronts Angus about Reyka, revealing deep-seated animosity. ### Undercover Operation and Dramatic Confrontations - **Undercover Operation at Party**: An informant and detective go undercover at a party to gather DNA evidence. - **Elsa and Angus's Intense Confrontation**: Elsa accuses Angus of manipulating Reyka, leading to a heated argument. ### Nandi's Undercover Experience and Reyka's Challenge - **Nandi's Undercover Tension**: Nandi, undercover, is led to a secluded spot, raising alarm. - **Reyka's Determination**: Despite challenges, Reyka remains committed to resolving the case.

Frequently Asked Questions

What field did Reyka's father spray with toxin?

Field 8A.

Is the cane field murders confirmed as a serial killing?

Yes, it is officially confirmed as a serial killing.

Who is Reyka trying to find information on?

Reyka is seeking information on Portia.

What is the significance of Lucy's burial site?

Angus promised to reveal Lucy's burial site in exchange for Portia's location.

What past trauma is hinted at in the Christmas flashback?

The Christmas flashback hints at Reyka's disturbing past experiences.

Did Reyka's mother help her find Portia?

No, Reyka's mother refused to help find Portia.

What did Reyka's mother learn about her past?

Reyka's mother learned that Reyka wasn't abused by her captor but treated as a favored child.

What field was found to be poisoned?

Field 8A was discovered to be poisoned.

Who was initially suspected in the serial killings?

Pillay was initially suspected.

What is the serial killer's profile?

The serial killer is characterized as charming, trustworthy, and of status.

What connection does Pastor Zik have with Mbali Msomi?

Pastor Zik had a relationship with Mbali and helped pay for her abortion.

What was the outcome of the press leak about the serial killer?

The press leak led to a phone call from the killer and public concern.

Why did Elsa confront Angus?

Elsa confronted Angus about his manipulative influence on Reyka.

What was the purpose of the undercover operation at the party?

The undercover operation aimed to gather DNA evidence related to the serial killings.

Did Reyka's mother believe Reyka was abused by her captor?

No, Reyka's mother learned that Reyka was not abused but treated well by her captor.

Reyka season 1 episode 4