Bones season 11 episode 17 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Darrell, in the woods for a quick relief, stumbles upon a body in acid, sparking an investigation. At home, Booth cares for a sick Bones, but duty calls as they delve into the case. The body, linked to the Secret Service, draws Booth, Bones, and their team into a complex web involving landscaping leads and a hotel laundry chute. A covert operation at a presidential event reveals the unexpected culprit: Agent Walker, driven to extreme actions by a brain clot-induced paranoia. The episode wraps with Booth and Bones at home, finding humor amidst the chaos.
Full Episode S11E17 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who found the dead body in the woods?
Darrell found the dead body while he was in the woods off Route 301 near Bensley.
What was the body Darrell found covered in?
The body was covered in acid.
Why was Booth concerned about Bones at the beginning of the episode?
Bones was sick and up late at night, and Booth wanted to take care of her.
What did the lab team initially find on the body?
They found a wrist microphone clip, suggesting the victim was a Secret Service agent.
Who is Agent Brandt Walker?
Agent Brandt Walker is with the Secret Service and involved in the investigation.
What is the significance of Booth's heritage in the episode?
There were concerns about Booth working the case because he is a descendant of John Wilkes Booth.
Who joined the lab team as a consultant?
Dr. Fisher joined the lab team as a consultant.
What lead did Aubrey and the team investigate regarding the killer's possible profession?
They investigated a lead that the killer might be involved in landscaping.
How was the body moved to its found location?
The body was moved through a hotel laundry chute.
What was Booth's role during the presidential event?
Booth provided security detail and was on the lookout for the killer.
What conclusion did the lab team come to about the killer?
They concluded that the killer has military training, possibly a Navy SEAL.
Who was revealed to be behind the crimes?
Agent Walker was revealed to be behind the crimes, influenced by a brain clot causing paranoia.
Why was Agent Walker paranoid and forgetful?
He had a heart condition called patent foramen ovale, which caused a blood clot in his brain.
What was the humorous misunderstanding between Bones and Booth about her herbal remedy?
Booth misunderstood "anise" in her herbal remedy as "anus."
How does the episode end?
Booth returns home to take care of Bones, and they share a light-hearted moment.