NYPD Blue season 4 episode 5 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Detectives investigate a robbery-assault involving Prince Forsmann and his wife, with valuable paintings stolen. Simultaneously, Detective Martinez deals with a colleague, Jesse Ortiz, who's entangled in a bigamy situation. The investigation reveals that Forsmann orchestrated the robbery to access his wife's wealth, with his girlfriend's brother, Larry Duncan, executing the theft. Ortiz resolves his marital dilemma with an apology and financial settlement. The episode intertwines criminal investigation with personal dramas among the detectives.

Full Episode S04E05 Recap

### Scene 1: Police Station - Detective Discussion - Detectives discuss their latest case involving a dog breeder and a suspicious death. They suspect loan sharks were involved in the girl's murder. - The detectives are then called to a robbery-assault case involving Prince Laszlo Forsmann and Carolyn Whitehall. ### Scene 2: Hospital - Interview with Prince Forsmann - Prince Forsmann is interviewed at the hospital. He recounts how two assailants entered his home, attacked him and his wife, and stole valuable paintings. - He denies any wrongdoing and expresses distress over his wife's condition. ### Scene 3: Police Station - Detective Martinez's Dilemma - Detective Martinez learns about a detective in their precinct, Jesse Ortiz, who is married to two women. He tries to handle the situation discretely to avoid departmental issues. ### Scene 4: Art Gallery - Investigation Continues - Detectives Simone and Sipowicz visit an art gallery to warn them about the stolen paintings and to inquire about potential suspects. ### Scene 5: Police Station - Ortiz's Marital Issues - Jesse Ortiz's marital issues escalate as both his wives confront him at the station. He admits to deceiving both women about his marital status. ### Scene 6: Police Station - Amelia Duncan's Interrogation - Amelia Duncan is interrogated about her involvement in the robbery. She reveals that Prince Forsmann orchestrated the robbery to gain access to his wife's wealth. ### Scene 7: Storage Facility - Arrest of Larry Duncan - Larry Duncan is arrested at a storage facility with the stolen paintings. He implicates Prince Forsmann in the robbery and assault. ### Scene 8: Police Station - Prince Forsmann's Arrest - Prince Forsmann is arrested after being confronted with evidence from Amelia and Larry Duncan. He shows little remorse for his actions. ### Scene 9: Resolution of Ortiz's Situation - Jesse Ortiz agrees to a financial settlement with Anna, his second wife, and apologizes in front of his first wife, Rosario. The situation is resolved without departmental consequences. ### Scene 10: Police Station - Personal Moments - Detective Martinez makes plans for a dinner date, reflecting on his day's experiences. - Detectives Simone and Sipowicz discuss the successful resolution of the Forsmann case and their personal lives.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the main suspects in the girl's murder linked to the dog breeder?

The main suspects are loan sharks who the victim owed money to.

What is the nature of the crime involving Prince Laszlo Forsmann and Carolyn Whitehall?

They were victims of a robbery-assault where valuable paintings were stolen, and Carolyn Whitehall was severely injured.

What does Prince Forsmann reveal during his hospital interview?

He recounts the robbery, describes the assailants, and denies any involvement in the crime.

How does Detective Martinez discover Jesse Ortiz's marital issue?

He learns from a disturbance at a beauty parlor that two women are claiming to be married to Jesse Ortiz.

What evidence do the detectives find at the art gallery?

They do not find direct evidence but warn the gallery about the stolen paintings and inquire about potential suspects.

What is Jesse Ortiz's resolution with his two wives?

He admits to deceiving both women, apologizes, and agrees to a financial settlement with his second wife, Anna.

How is Amelia Duncan connected to the robbery-assault case?

She reveals that Prince Forsmann planned the robbery of his own home to access his wife's wealth.

What role does Larry Duncan play in the robbery?

Larry Duncan, Amelia's brother, is involved in the actual robbery and theft of the paintings.

How is Prince Forsmann implicated in the crime?

Both Amelia and Larry Duncan provide evidence of his involvement in planning the robbery.

What is the outcome of Jesse Ortiz's situation?

Ortiz avoids departmental consequences by resolving the issue with a financial settlement and apology to his second wife, Anna.

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