NCIS: New Orleans season 3 episode 10 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

The Coast Guard boards the "Golden Girl" yacht during a bachelorette party, discovering a murder scene linked to the Ciudad Natal Cartel. Special Agent Pride and his team investigate, finding Eliza West, the bride-to-be, engaged

Full Episode S03E10 Recap

### United States Coast Guard Boards the Golden Girl - A Coast Guard cutter approaches a yacht, the Golden Girl, during a bachelorette party. - They board due to the vessel being stationary in a known smuggling area without any distress calls. - The party-goers, including Eliza who is getting married, are surprised by the Coast Guard's arrival. ### Discovery of a Crime Scene - The Coast Guard, led by Special Agent Swanson, finds the yacht's crew dead: the waiter, Daniel Tivoli, with a slit throat and the captain, Jorge Valdo, shot. - The yacht is owned by Elegance Charters, linked to Javier Garcia of the Ciudad Natal Cartel. - NCIS investigates the connection to Javier Garcia and the smuggling operation. ### Investigation on the Yacht and Eliza's Involvement - Special Agent Pride and his team start investigating the yacht and interview the guests. - Eliza West, the bachelorette, is engaged to Javier Garcia, making the case more complicated. ### Javier Garcia Interrogated and Ernesto Blanco's Death - Javier Garcia, a cartel leader, is interrogated but provides no useful information. - Ernesto Blanco, a cartel member involved in the smuggling, is killed by a hitman, Emile Rojas. ### Eliza West's Connection and The Failed Surveillance Operation - Eliza West's connection to Javier Garcia becomes crucial for the investigation. - A surveillance operation to follow the laundered money goes awry, leading to Blanco's death and the money being lost. ### The Raid at River Run Ranch - Agents raid River Run Ranch, connected to Eliza West, finding cartel money. - Eliza is brought in for questioning, unaware of Javier's criminal activities. ### Eliza Cooperates with NCIS - Eliza agrees to help NCIS by copying data from Javier's computer. - Despite risks, she successfully copies the data, which could incriminate Javier Garcia. ### Confrontation and Tragic End - The investigation leads to a confrontation where a cartel hitman targets Eliza. - Eliza West is tragically killed, along with three agents, devastating Special Agent Pride. ### Aftermath and Pride's Determination - The case against Javier Garcia falls apart, but Pride vows to bring him to justice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Golden Girl?

The Golden Girl is a yacht owned by Elegance Charters, involved in a smuggling operation.

Who is Eliza West?

Eliza West is a woman engaged to Javier Garcia, unknowingly involved in his cartel activities.

Who are the key investigators in this episode?

Special Agent Swanson, Special Agent Pride, and their NCIS team are the key investigators.

What is the Ciudad Natal Cartel?

The Ciudad Natal Cartel is a criminal organization involved in drug trafficking, led by Javier Garcia.

How did the Coast Guard become involved with the Golden Girl?

The Coast Guard boarded the Golden Girl because it was stationary in a known smuggling area without distress calls.

What was discovered on the yacht?

The bodies of a waiter and the captain were discovered on the yacht, indicating a murder.

What is Javier Garcia's connection to the yacht?

Javier Garcia owns Elegance Charters, the company that operates the yacht.

What role does Eliza West play in the investigation?

Eliza West becomes a key person of interest due to her engagement to Javier Garcia and her presence at the crime scene.

What was the outcome of the surveillance operation?

The surveillance operation failed, resulting in the loss of evidence and the death of Ernesto Blanco.

Why was River Run Ranch raided?

River Run Ranch was raided as it was connected to Eliza West and suspected of hiding cartel money.

What information did Eliza provide to NCIS?

Eliza helped NCIS by copying data from Javier Garcia's computer, which could incriminate him.

Who is Emile Rojas?

Emile Rojas is a cartel hitman involved in the killing of Ernesto Blanco and the theft of laundered money.

What was the outcome for Eliza West?

Eliza West was tragically killed by a cartel hitman, along with three agents.

What happens to Javier Garcia after the investigation?

The case against Javier Garcia falls apart, leaving him free from legal consequences.

What is Special Agent Pride's reaction to the case's outcome?

Special Agent Pride is devastated and vows to bring Javier Garcia to justice.

NCIS: New Orleans season 3 episode 10

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