Brooklyn Nine-Nine season 1 episode 4 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Jake and Amy's date is interrupted by a lead on the Nightingale strangler, a case involving the targeting of lonely women. At the precinct, Jake brags about his recent success, but struggles as a secondary investigator under Boyle's lead. They investigate Frank Patterson's death, initially deemed natural causes. Jake's liaison with the medical examiner, Dr. Rossi, complicates the case. The autopsy, however, reveals murder by poisoning. Amy misinterprets Captain Holt's mood but later reassures him about unchanged crime statistics. Mrs. Patterson is arrested for her husband's murder. The episode highlights team dynamics and individual growth, ending with Jake showing responsibility and the team relaxing after the case's resolution.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Nightingale strangler's method of operation?
Targets lonely women, poisons their food, then performs gruesome acts in his van.
What is the physical description of the Nightingale strangler?
White male, 5'10", medium build, brown hair, scar on right cheek.
Why does Jake Peralta interrupt Amy's date?
He pretends to be Amy's boss, making false and embarrassing claims about himself.
What record does Jake Peralta boast about at the precinct?
Solving five felonies in one week.
Who investigates Frank Patterson's death?
Jake, Diaz, and Boyle.
What initial cause of death do they suspect for Frank Patterson?
Natural causes due to his unhealthy lifestyle.
What is Amy Santiago's task from Captain Holt?
To prepare paperwork on closed cases.
What unusual behavior does Jake exhibit as Boyle's secondary?
He struggles to follow Boyle's lead and respect his primary role.
What does the autopsy of Frank Patterson reveal?
Poison as the cause of death, indicating murder.
Why does Amy try to cheer up Captain Holt?
She misinterprets his mood and tries to improve it with a painting.
What does Amy Santiago realize about Captain Holt's tension?
It's due to unchanged crime statistics under his new command.
Who is arrested for Frank Patterson's murder?
Mrs. Patterson, his wife.
What was Mrs. Patterson's motive for murder?
Her husband's repeated infidelity.
How does Jake Peralta show growth in his role as a secondary?
He volunteers to handle paperwork and acknowledges his earlier shortcomings.
How does the team relax after resolving the case?
Reflecting on the day's events, with Rosa and Jake sharing a moment of mutual understanding in silence.
