Law & Order season 6 episode 13 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In New York, Detectives Briscoe and Curtis investigate a deadly subway incident caused by a toxic smoke bomb. They connect the case to a similar attack in Baltimore five years earlier, bringing Baltimore Detectives Bayliss and Pembleton into the investigation. Brian Egan, a part-time truck driver with access to the toxic chemical used in the bomb, becomes the primary suspect. Despite challenges in jury selection and racial bias, Egan is found guilty on multiple counts of murder. The case reveals deeper issues of justice and racism in America.
Full Episode S06E13 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What substance was found at the subway incident scene?
Cacodyl.
Where did the subway incident occur?
In New York City.
What evidence linked Brian Egan to the subway attack?
A partial thumbprint and his connection to the chemical company supplying metallic arsenic.
Did the detectives find any similarities between the New York subway incident and a past incident?
Yes, a similar incident occurred in Baltimore five years earlier.
What led the detectives to Brian Egan?
A police sketch and his employment at a chemical company.
Was Brian Egan arrested?
Yes, he was arrested as the primary suspect.
What was the outcome of Brian Egan's trial?
He was found guilty on multiple counts of murder.
Did the trial face any challenges regarding jury selection?
Yes, there were concerns about finding an unbiased jury due to the racial aspects of the case.
What defense strategy was used in Brian Egan's trial?
The defense focused on racial bias and attempted to discredit witnesses.
What message did the prosecution's closing argument convey?
It stressed the importance of justice and equality under the law.
What realization did McCoy come to at the end of the case?
He reflected on the complexities of justice and racism in America.
What toxic substance was used in the bomb?
Metallic arsenic.
Were Baltimore detectives involved in the case?
Yes, Detectives Bayliss and Pembleton from Baltimore were involved.
Was there a connection between Brian Egan and the Baltimore incident?
Yes, there were similarities in the methods used in both attacks.
How did the trial address the racial divide in the case?
The trial highlighted the racial tensions and biases affecting the verdict and the justice system.
