NCIS season 7 episode 18 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
The NCIS team investigates the death of Navy diver Lieutenant Michael Jensen, initially believed to be a victim of nitrox poisoning. The case intertwines with a Coast Guard investigation into a salvage boat murder. Discoveries lead them to a storage unit filled with fake treasure, revealing Jensen's elaborate con. Collaboration between NCIS and the Coast Guard uncovers Jensen's fake death and his scheme with his girlfriend, Missy Dawkins, to scam Dr. Mavrey for financial gain. The episode concludes with the arrest of Jensen and Dawkins, emphasizing the significance of inter-agency cooperation in solving complex cases.
Full Episode S07E18 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Fricker and what is his role in the episode?
Fricker is a marine who is reprimanded for not following orders at the base.
What case is the NCIS team investigating?
They are investigating the death of a Navy diver, Lieutenant Michael Jensen.
What does Ducky suspect as the cause of the diver's death?
Ducky suspects nitrox poisoning and notes the diver was attacked post-mortem.
Who is Agent Borin?
Agent Borin is a member of the Coast Guard Investigative Service (CGIS) who collaborates with NCIS.
What is the relationship between the dead diver and the salvage boat murder?
The diver, Jensen, is connected to the murder on the salvage boat being investigated by CGIS.
What did the NCIS team find in Jensen's storage unit?
They found fake treasure, suggesting Jensen was conning people.
Who was Jensen's accomplice in his scheme?
Jensen's accomplice was his girlfriend, Missy Dawkins.
What was the motive behind the murders and Jensen's scheme?
The motive was financial gain from a treasure hunt scam.
How did the NCIS and CGIS teams resolve the case?
They arrested Jensen and his accomplice, uncovering the truth behind the fake death and murders.
What does the episode reveal about inter-agency cooperation?
It highlights the effectiveness and importance of collaboration between different law enforcement agencies.
What personal items does Tony recall misplacing?
Tony recalls misplacing the van keys.
What is the significance of the beach scene with Gibbs and Ducky?
The beach scene provides character development and backstory for Gibbs and Ducky.
How does the team realize the dead diver isn't Jensen?
Autopsy findings by Ducky reveal that the dead diver isn't Jensen.
What role does Dr. Mavrey play in the episode?
Dr. Mavrey is involved in financing Jensen's fake treasure hunt and is ultimately a victim of Jensen's scam.
What does the team discover about the treasure in the storage unit?
The treasure is fake, part of Jensen's con.
