Law & Order season 19 episode 9 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Charles Sawyer, involved in a lawsuit against PanWorld Airlines over a plane crash, is murdered. The investigation leads to Martin Winston, a lawyer in the same lawsuit. Evidence points to Winston using a neighbor's car to commit the murder. Despite initial challenges in court due to procedural errors, new insights into Winston's actions, including perjury that led to another wrongful death, culminate in his arrest. Winston faces the consequences of his intricate web of deception and murder, marking a dramatic end to his legal career.
Full Episode S19E09 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the main suspect in Charles Sawyer's murder?
Martin Winston, a lawyer involved in the PanWorld Airlines lawsuit.
What evidence linked Winston to the murder?
A 9-millimeter shell casing in a car Winston had access to, and his proximity to the crime scene.
What was Charles Sawyer's connection to PanWorld Airlines?
He was part of a class-action lawsuit against them for a plane crash.
Why was Sawyer in a rush to finalize his divorce?
It's implied that he might have been involved with someone else or had other urgent motives.
What led the police to suspect Martin Winston?
Winston's financial ties to the lawsuit and inconsistencies in his statements.
Were there any procedural errors in the investigation?
Yes, key evidence was suppressed due to the way it was obtained, affecting the trial.
What was Winston's motive for murder?
To protect his financial interests in the PanWorld lawsuit and possibly to eliminate Sawyer, who had conflicting evidence.
Did Winston face any professional consequences?
Yes, he was disbarred and prohibited from receiving any compensation from the PanWorld case.
How did the investigation into Sawyer's murder start?
It began with the discovery of his body following a shooting.
What unusual item did Sawyer have with him at the diner?
An oxygen tank.
How did the oxygen tank relate to the PanWorld case?
It was a potential piece of evidence linking the plane crash to an oxygen tank explosion.
What challenges did the police face in prosecuting Winston?
Suppressed evidence and the complexity of proving murder through perjury.
Was Winston arrested immediately after being suspected?
No, his arrest came after gathering substantial evidence.
Did Winston try to escape justice?
Yes, he attempted an escape but was apprehended.
What was the outcome of the trial?
The trial was set to proceed with Winston facing charges for murder through perjury.
