NCIS: New Orleans season 5 episode 3 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In "New Orleans 5x03," Sebastian impulsively buys a house, leading to team banter. The NCIS team investigates the death of Lieutenant Commander Spencer Morrison, initially suspected of strangulation. It's revealed Morrison was covertly involved in intelligence, linked to the Khalifa Brief, a document tied to global money laundering. The investigation leads to Carmen Delahoy, a translator who's actually British Intelligence. Chaos at the UAE consulate culminates in the arrest of a key suspect, Aram Nader. Carmen betrays the team, stealing the Brief, but Sebastian outsmarts her, securing the critical intel.
Full Episode S05E03 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary case in New Orleans 5x03 "Diplomatic Immunity"?
Investigating the death of Lieutenant Commander Spencer Morrison and its connection to an international money-laundering scheme.
Who bought a new house in this episode?
Sebastian Lund.
What was Lieutenant Commander Spencer Morrison's actual role?
He was a covert naval intelligence officer.
Who is Carmen Delahoy?
A diplomatic translator who turns out to be a British Intelligence agent.
What is the Khalifa Brief?
A document outlining a massive international money-laundering scheme.
How does the team plan to retrieve the Khalifa Brief?
By infiltrating the UAE consulate during a ball.
Who is Aram Nader?
A former UAE Special Forces member linked to the case.
How does Sebastian manage to retrieve the Khalifa Brief?
By using a tracker he had planted on Carmen Delahoy.
What is Pride's new position in this episode?
Special Agent in Charge at Southeast HQ.
Is Carmen Delahoy arrested at the end of the episode?
No, Carmen escapes but is later outsmarted by Sebastian.
Who struggles with adapting to a new leadership role?
Hannah Khoury.
What does the team initially suspect as Morrison's cause of death?
Strangulation.
What event was Morrison attending when he was killed?
A Middle Eastern trade conference.
How does the team track down Mikael Basara?
Through an international phone trace.
Does the team successfully close the case?
Yes, they close the case successfully.