NCIS season 4 episode 23 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

In "NCIS" S4E23, the team investigates a dead body found in a taxi at their base. Gibbs, temporarily in charge, leads the team as they uncover a list of names in the victim's wallet, suggesting a hit list. The investigation reveals that several people on the list are already dead under various circumstances. Meanwhile, Abby discovers the victim was poisoned with saxitoxin. Director Shepard, away in Paris, is involved in a case concerning an arms dealer, La Grenouille. The episode concludes with the revelation that the taxi incident was a staged murder, connected to a plot by Scoletti's lawyers.

Full Episode S04E23 Recap

### Scene: Security Checkpoint at Marine Base - Marines conduct a thorough security check on vehicles entering the base. - A man in a vehicle, apparently annoyed by the presence of dogs, complies with the security checks. - After being cleared, he proceeds to the NCIS building. ### Scene: NCIS Office - The NCIS team is busy with paperwork and discussing ongoing cases. - Director Vance is away, leaving Gibbs in charge, who is handling administrative tasks. - Special Agent Grisham, a new transfer, is introduced but rejected by Gibbs for unspecified reasons. - Gibbs handles various office tasks and jokes with Cynthia, his assistant. ### Scene: Gibbs and Cynthia's Phone Call - Gibbs receives a call from Cynthia, but it turns out to be Jenny Shepard, the Director, checking on the agency. - Shepard is away in Paris for an Interpol conference. - Gibbs and Shepard have a playful and slightly tense conversation about the state of the agency. ### Scene: NCIS Team Investigating a Taxi at the Gate - A dead body is found in a taxi at the main gate, leading the NCIS team to investigate. - The victim shows no obvious signs of trauma, leading to speculation about the cause of death. - The team discusses potential causes, including natural causes, but nothing is conclusive. ### Scene: Tony and Jeanne's Phone Call - Tony DiNozzo receives a call from Jeanne, discussing their plans for living arrangements. - Jeanne suggests buying a house, which takes Tony by surprise. ### Scene: NCIS Team Continues Investigation - The NCIS team delves deeper into the investigation, discovering a list of names in the victim's wallet. - Gibbs takes charge of the investigation, indicating his return to fieldwork. - The team starts tracking down the names on the list, suspecting a connection to the dead man. ### Scene: NCIS Office - Follow-Up Investigations - The team uncovers that several names on the list are already deceased. - Gibbs instructs Tony and Ziva to find the living people on the list. - The investigation reveals a potential hit list, with the deceased having died under various circumstances. ### Scene: Taxi Driver's Interrogation - The taxi driver, Joe Kelly, is questioned by the NCIS team about his fare and the route taken. - Kelly mentions the fare seemed nervous and was looking over his shoulder. - The team grows suspicious of Kelly's intentions and movements. ### Scene: Autopsy and Lab Analysis - Ducky and Abby conduct an autopsy and lab analysis, discussing the potential causes of death. - The victim's body shows no signs of trauma, leading to further speculation. - Abby discovers the presence of a potent poison, saxitoxin, in the victim's system, indicating murder. ### Scene: Gibbs and Shepard's Confrontation - Gibbs confronts Shepard about a sensitive case involving an arms dealer known as La Grenouille. - Shepard reveals her mission in Paris and her connection to the case. - The scene ends with Shepard seeking information from a dying Colonel-General Borov in Moscow. ### Scene: Conclusion of Taxi Investigation - The team unravels the mystery behind the taxi incident, revealing a plot involving Scoletti's lawyers. - The taxi driver and his accomplice are apprehended, and the truth behind the staged murder is revealed. - Gibbs reflects on the complexity of the case and its implications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main security concern at the Marine base?

The Marines are conducting thorough security checks for bombs or potential threats like bin Laden.

Who is in charge of NCIS in Director Vance's absence?

Gibbs is in charge while Director Vance is away at an Interpol conference in Paris.

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