NCIS: New Orleans season 4 episode 4 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In New Orleans, the NCIS team investigates the mysterious death of Navy hospital corpsman Jacob Anderson, who fell from a building. Unraveling a tangled web of history and family secrets, they delve into the story of Cornelius LaRue, a Confederate sailor with a rumored cursed past.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Cornelius LaRue?
Cornelius LaRue was a Confederate sailor who allegedly died by suicide in 1867, but was rumored to have been murdered.
What was the NCIS team investigating?
The NCIS team was investigating the death of Jacob Anderson, who fell from a building in New Orleans.
Why was Jacob Anderson in New Orleans?
Jacob Anderson was in New Orleans on emergency leave to help his sick grandmother.
What did the NCIS team find in Jacob's house?
They found a séance setup, suggesting a connection to his grandmother's death and a possible family secret.
Who is Otis Bartholomeus?
Otis Bartholomeus is a con artist psychic involved in séances, who claimed to have information about Jacob's family secret.
How is Jacob Anderson connected to Cornelius LaRue?
Jacob's grandmother believed their family was related to Cornelius LaRue and that he was murdered, which Jacob was investigating.
What did the NCIS team discover about Cornelius LaRue's death?
They discovered that Cornelius LaRue's death might have been murder, not suicide, and was potentially linked to a family secret involving the Edgar family.
Who is Tate Prescott?
Tate Prescott is the husband of a member of the Edgar family, involved in the murder of Jacob Anderson.
What was the motive behind Jacob Anderson's murder?
The motive was likely to hide the truth about Cornelius LaRue and the Edgar family's legacy and prevent the Anderson family from claiming their rightful inheritance.
What did the time capsule reveal?
The time capsule revealed a partnership between Cornelius LaRue and the Edgar family in founding the first pharmacy in New Orleans, proving the family legacy and motive for murder.
What happened to Tate Prescott?
Tate Prescott fell to his death during a rooftop confrontation with the NCIS team.
Was Otis Bartholomeus involved in the murder?
Otis Bartholomeus was not directly involved in the murder but was connected to the séances and the family secret.
How did the NCIS team solve the case?
They connected Jacob's investigation into his family's past with the history of Cornelius LaRue and uncovered evidence of a hidden partnership and murder.
What is the significance of the Edgar family?
The Edgar family founded a major pharmacy chain and were involved in the mystery surrounding Cornelius LaRue's death.
What does the case reveal about New Orleans' history?
The case highlights the city's rich and complex history, blending elements of crime, culture, and the supernatural.
