NYPD Blue season 2 episode 14 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Detective Kelly investigates the tragic shooting of 18-month-old Tiffany, who was in a car driven by her mother's boyfriend, Duane Rollins. Suspecting a drive-by, Kelly delves deeper, uncovering Duane's troubled past and Sandy Rowe's (Tiffany's mother) arrest for prostitution. As the team grapples with internal tensions and personal crises, including the death of a fellow officer, they close in on the shooters through Duane's eventual cooperation. The episode highlights the gritty reality of police work and personal sacrifices, culminating in Kelly's own career setback due to department politics.

Full Episode S02E14 Recap

### The Shooting of Tiffany - **Scene: Crime Scene** - 18-month-old Tiffany is found shot in a car. - Detective Kelly arrives and interviews Duane Rollins, the driver and boyfriend of Tiffany's mother, Sandy Rowe. - Duane claims ignorance about the shooters and the shooting, suggesting it was a random drive-by. - Witness Mr. Spinks reports seeing a gray car chasing Duane's car before the shooting. ### Personal Crisis and Police Station Events - **Scene: Police Station** - Detective Andy Sipowicz deals with a personal crisis involving the death of Howie Hornbeck. - Detective Vince Gotelli faces friction with Detective Adrianne Lesniak over a cup. - Duane is brought in for further questioning. - Sandy Rowe, Tiffany's mother, is found to have been arrested for prostitution. - Tensions rise as Internal Affairs Bureau (IAB) interviews officers about a separate case. ### Interrogations and Developments - **Scene: Interrogation Room** - Duane is interrogated about his possible involvement and knowledge of the shooters. - Sandy Rowe is questioned about Duane's enemies and her prostitution work. - Sandy suggests Duane might have had a drug problem and enemies from his dealings. ### The Fallout and Resolution - **Scene: Police Station and On the Streets** - Duane eventually provides names related to the shooting. - Officers conduct a street operation to identify and apprehend the shooters. - John Kelly faces a career crisis, with a transfer to a lesser role as a result of department politics. - The episode concludes with detectives managing personal and professional challenges, as they strive for justice in Tiffany's case.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Detective Kelly?

Detective Kelly is a police officer investigating the shooting of an 18-month-old girl named Tiffany.

What happened to Tiffany?

Tiffany was shot in a car during what appears to be a drive-by shooting.

Who is Duane Rollins?

Duane Rollins is the boyfriend of Tiffany's mother, Sandy Rowe, and was driving the car when Tiffany was shot.

Did Duane see who shot Tiffany?

Duane claims he did not see who shot at them, suggesting it was a random drive-by shooting.

What does witness Mr. Spinks report?

Mr. Spinks reports seeing a gray car chasing Duane's car before the shooting.

What is Detective Sipowicz's personal crisis?

Detective Sipowicz is dealing with the death of Howie Hornbeck.

Why is Sandy Rowe arrested?

Sandy Rowe is arrested for prostitution.

What are the tensions at the police station involving IAB?

The Internal Affairs Bureau (IAB) is conducting interviews with officers about a separate case, causing tension.

Does Sandy Rowe provide useful information during her interrogation?

Sandy Rowe suggests that Duane might have had a drug problem and enemies from his dealings, which could be related to the shooting.

How does the episode conclude?

The episode concludes with the police conducting a street operation to identify the shooters and Detective Kelly facing a career crisis with a transfer to a lesser role.

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