Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders season 1 episode 10 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In Johannesburg, American brothers Brandon and Timothy Smit face a tragic fate while visiting their aunt. Timothy is found dead, and Brandon is missing. The FBI's International Response Team, led by Jack Garrett, investigates, uncovering a link to Pretorius, a covert apartheid-era unit. The brutal crimes appear to be acts of revenge against the children of Pretorius agents. The team navigates complex historical and cultural contexts, ultimately preventing further violence by Curtis Miller, a man seeking vengeance for his sister's murder. Armand Smit, the father of the victims and a former Pretorius agent, is arrested for his past crimes.
Full Episode S01E10 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are Brandon and Timothy Smit?
Brandon Smit, 22, a senior at Hallridge University, and Timothy Smit, 18, a freshman at Burlington Crest College, are American brothers visiting Johannesburg, South Africa.
What happened to Timothy Smit?
Timothy Smit was found dead, mutilated in an abandoned shanty in the Azaria District, Johannesburg.
What is the FBI's International Response Team's role in the episode?
The FBI's International Response Team, led by Unit Chief Jack Garrett, investigates the murder of Timothy and the disappearance of Brandon in Johannesburg.
Who assists the FBI team in South Africa?
Brigadier General Yazeen Zwane and Lieutenant Ananda Doshi, a renowned profiler, assist the FBI team.
What is the significance of the way the bodies are mutilated?
The mutilations are symbolic of a rare Southern African divining practice, representing umkovu (corpses revived by a shaman).
What is the potential motive behind the murders?
The murders might be acts of revenge against the children of Pretorius agents, a covert apartheid-era unit.
What is the connection between the victims and Pretorius?
The victims are connected to Pretorius through their parents, who were agents of the unit during the apartheid era.
Who is Curtis Miller and what is his role?
Curtis Miller, brother of a murdered constable, is the prime suspect seeking revenge against the children of Pretorius agents.
How does the episode resolve?
The team prevents Curtis Miller from harming another victim and arrests Armand Smit for his past crimes related to Pretorius.
What themes are explored in the episode?
The episode explores themes of revenge, justice, the impact of apartheid, and historical crimes.
How does the team use psychological profiling in their investigation?
The team, along with Lieutenant Ananda Doshi, uses psychological profiling to understand the unsub's motivations and identify potential suspects.
Are the crimes linked to a local gang?
Aunt Mariam mentions a conflict with a local gang, but the investigation reveals a deeper motive connected to Pretorius.
What historical context is relevant to the case?
The historical context of apartheid in South Africa and the actions of the covert unit Pretorius are crucial to understanding the motive behind the crimes.
What happens to Brandon Smit?
Brandon Smit is found alive and rescued by the team.
What is the outcome for Armand Smit?
Armand Smit is arrested for his involvement in a past murder that led to the creation of Pretorius.
