Major Crimes season 6 episode 8 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Bonnie Pearl, mother of Stan Pearl and sole heir, is assassinated, leading to an investigation into Tackles restaurants and a series of sexual assaults linked to them. Lieutenant's worsening cardiomyopathy adds personal stakes. Investigations reveal Craig Curtis and Dr. Bill Landon as key figures in the assaults, with Landon identified as the assailant by victim Makisha Selby. Landon is arrested during a seminar. Meanwhile, Shelly Coyne, another victim, hesitates to speak up. New victim Mary Beth Roberts comes forward. Curtis is found dead, mimicking Bonnie's assassination. Lieutenant faces a critical health emergency.

Full Episode S06E08 Recap

### Scene: Major Crimes Division Meeting Room - **Bonnie Pearl's Assassination** - Bonnie Pearl, mother of Stan Pearl, was assassinated in her car. - Stan Pearl, aka Mini-Pearl, is her sole heir. - **Suspects and Investigations** - Craig Curtis is suggested as a suspect. - A new Tackles location is opening in Hollywood. - Incoming calls to Tackles from "Burbank/Dallas SA" are discovered, leading to a woman named Vanessa. - Vanessa's death is linked to Tackles. - Bonnie Pearl traveled to all Tackles locations where "S.A." stands for "sexual assault." - A past incident of Craig Curtis being accused of gang rape in college is revealed. ### Scene: Hospital Room - **Lieutenant's Health Concerns** - Lieutenant's cardiomyopathy is worsening. - A defibrillator pacemaker surgery is planned. - Lieutenant is moved up on the heart transplant list. ### Scene: Major Crimes Division Office - **Investigation Progress** - Stan Pearl is interrogated but denies knowledge of his mother's investigations. - Stan reveals a secret compartment in Bonnie's briefcase, which is missing. - The team strategizes on finding former Tackles employees who were sexual assault victims. ### Scene: Beach House - **Shelly Coyne's Interrogation** - Shelly Coyne, a former Tackles employee, is approached but denies cooperation. - She hints at being financially compensated after her assault at Tackles. ### Scene: Major Crimes Division Office - **Craig Curtis' Financial Investigation** - No evidence of financial irregularities in Curtis' accounts. - The team suspects hidden income in restaurant transactions. ### Scene: Hospital - **Lieutenant's Health Update** - Lieutenant insists on continuing work despite health issues. ### Scene: Interrogation Room - **Makisha Selby's Testimony** - Makisha Selby, a rape victim, is brought from Las Vegas. - She refuses to cooperate without a lawyer. - Makisha eventually identifies Dr. Bill Landon as her assailant, not Craig Curtis. ### Scene: Dr. Bill Landon's Seminar - **Dr. Bill Landon's Arrest** - Dr. Bill Landon is arrested during his motivational seminar. ### Scene: Major Crimes Division Office - **Shelly Coyne's Dilemma** - Shelly Coyne struggles with the decision to speak up against Dr. Bill Landon. ### Scene: Major Crimes Division Office - **New Victim Comes Forward** - Mary Beth Roberts contacts the division, confirming she was also raped by Landon. ### Scene: Craig Curtis' Location - **Craig Curtis Found Dead** - Craig Curtis is found dead in his car, shot multiple times. ### Scene: Lieutenant's Office - **Lieutenant's Health Emergency** - Lieutenant is urged to stop work immediately due to a health emergency.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Bonnie Pearl?

Bonnie Pearl is the mother of Stan Pearl, who was assassinated in her car.

What is the significance of "Burbank/Dallas SA" in the investigation?

It refers to incoming calls about Tackles, leading to the discovery of a woman named Vanessa and her link to the case.

What does "S.A." stand for in the context of Tackles?

"S.A." stands for "sexual assault."

Who was accused of gang rape in college related to the case?

Craig Curtis, a suspect in the investigation, was previously accused of gang rape in college.

What is the condition affecting the Lieutenant?

The Lieutenant suffers from worsening cardiomyopathy and requires a defibrillator pacemaker.

Who is Shelly Coyne?

Shelly Coyne is a former Tackles employee who hints at being compensated after her assault at Tackles.

What financial irregularities are suspected in Craig Curtis' accounts?

No direct financial irregularities are found, but hidden income in restaurant transactions is suspected.

Who is identified as the assailant by Makisha Selby?

Makisha Selby identifies Dr. Bill Landon, not Craig Curtis, as her assailant.

Where was Dr. Bill Landon arrested?

Dr. Bill Landon was arrested during his motivational seminar.

What dilemma does Shelly Coyne face?

Shelly Coyne struggles with the decision to speak up against Dr. Bill Landon.

Who comes forward as another victim of Dr. Bill Landon?

Mary Beth Roberts contacts the division, confirming she was also raped by Landon.

How was Craig Curtis found dead?

Craig Curtis was found dead in his car, shot multiple times.

What emergency does the Lieutenant face?

The Lieutenant faces a health emergency and is urged to stop work immediately.

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