Law & Order season 3 episode 10 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Kelani Amoda, a Nigerian woman, dies in New York from a heroin overdose after a drug-filled condom she swallowed breaks. Her death reveals a drug smuggling operation involving Chief Nwaka, a Nigerian trade consul, and Philip Marietta, who employed Kelani. Chief Nwaka sponsored Kelani's immigration, unknowingly to her husband Babatunde. Michael Kano, Nwaka's chauffeur, is also implicated. Nwaka escapes to Nigeria with new travel documents issued by the Nigerian Embassy, facing harsher punishment there, as arranged by the Embassy's legal attaché, Sir Idris Balewa.
Full Episode S03E10 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Kelani Amoda?
Kelani Amoda is a Nigerian woman who flew in from Lagos as a drug mule and died due to a heroin overdose.
How did Kelani Amoda die?
She died from an overdose when a heroin-filled condom she swallowed broke inside her.
Who is Chief Nwaka?
Chief Nwaka is a Nigerian trade consul involved in the drug smuggling operation. He sponsored Kelani's immigration.
What is Chief Nwaka's role in the drug operation?
Chief Nwaka was part of the drug smuggling operation, using his position to facilitate the immigration of drug mules like Kelani.
What is Babatunde Amoda's relation to Kelani?
Babatunde Amoda is Kelani's husband, who was unaware of her arrival in the U.S. and her involvement in drug smuggling.
How is Philip Marietta involved in the case?
Philip Marietta employed Kelani and was part of the drug smuggling operation with Chief Nwaka.
Who is Michael Kano?
Michael Kano is Chief Nwaka's chauffeur and was involved in the drug operation.
What was Kelani's job in the U.S.?
Kelani had a job lined up at Nigerian Petroleum Distribution in Brooklyn.
Why did Kelani come to the U.S.?
Kelani came to the U.S. as a drug mule and possibly for better opportunities for her unborn child.
What happens to Chief Nwaka in the end?
Chief Nwaka flees the U.S. to Nigeria, where he faces trial with evidence secured from the U.S. investigation.
How does Kelani's death impact the investigation?
Her death, as a drug mule, unravels the drug smuggling operation involving Chief Nwaka and others.
What deal does Michael Kano make with the prosecution?
Kano agrees to testify against Chief Nwaka and Marietta in exchange for a reduced prison sentence.
Why does Chief Nwaka flee the country?
Chief Nwaka flees to avoid prosecution in the U.S. after his involvement in the drug operation is exposed.
What is the significance of Kelani's letter received by Babatunde?
Kelani's letter, received late, provides direct evidence implicating Chief Nwaka in the drug operation.
How does the Nigerian Embassy play a role in the conclusion?
The Nigerian Embassy, through Sir Idris Balewa, uses the U.S. investigation to bring Nwaka to justice in Nigeria.