Ep 13. Unschuldig Schuldig
- January 1, 2010
- 41 min
Titled "Unschuldig Schuldig," Body of Proof season 1 episode 13 follows the story of a woman named Elena (played by Melinda McGraw) who is accused of murdering her husband. As the team at the Philadelphia Medical Examiner's office investigates the case, they begin to uncover a complex web of lies and deceit. Meanwhile, Dr. Megan Hunt (played by Dana Delany) grapples with her own personal demons and struggles to find a work-life balance.
The episode begins with Elena coming home to find her husband, Martin, dead on the ground. When the police arrive, they immediately suspect Elena of foul play and take her into custody. As they investigate the crime scene, they find evidence of a struggle, including broken furniture and bloodstains. In addition, Elena's behavior arouses suspicion, as she seems more concerned with her appearance and what people think of her than with the fact that her husband is dead.
Megan and her team are called to the scene to perform an autopsy on Martin's body. From the autopsy, they discover that Martin was poisoned with potassium chloride, a substance commonly used in lethal injections. Megan also notices that there is bruising around Martin's wrists, indicating that he was restrained prior to being poisoned. This leads them to believe that there may have been another person involved in Martin's death.
As the investigation unfolds, Megan and her team uncover a number of potential suspects, including Martin's business partner, a former employee who was fired, and even Elena's own brother. However, they struggle to find concrete evidence to tie any of these individuals to the crime.
Meanwhile, Megan's personal life is also in turmoil. She is trying to juggle her demanding job with her responsibilities as a single mother to her teenage daughter, Lacey. Lacey is struggling with her own issues, including a recent breakup and the pressure to fit in at school. This leads to tension between Megan and Lacey, as Megan tries to balance her work and personal life.
As the investigation continues, it becomes clear that this case is more complicated than anyone initially thought. There are multiple layers of deceit and betrayal, and the truth is not easy to uncover. However, Megan and her team are determined to find justice for Martin's death, and they will stop at nothing to solve the case.
"Unschuldig Schuldig" is a gripping episode of Body of Proof that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. With its complex storyline and well-developed characters, it is a testament to the show's ability to tackle serious and thought-provoking themes. Whether you are a fan of procedural dramas or simply enjoy a good mystery, this episode is sure to entertain and captivate.