Ep 3. Man in the Outhouse

In the third episode of the fourth season of Bones, titled "Man in the Outhouse," the team at the Jeffersonian investigates the murder of an "outhouse guru," who specialized in constructing and improving outhouses for homes with no indoor plumbing.

The investigation begins when the victim's wife finds his body inside a Porta-Potty in Washington, D.C. The victim, whose name is identified as Gary Nesbitt, is discovered with a deep puncture wound in his stomach, which leaves the team questioning what sort of an object could have caused that kind of injury.

Despite many suspects, including Gary's own son, it soon becomes clear that Gary's expertise and reputation in the construction of outhouses had caught the eye of a larger company that sought to buy him out. This had left many of Gary's business colleagues furious and betrayed, leading to the team considering them as potential suspects.

As the investigation continues, the team uncovers secrets and lies that had been kept hidden, including an extramarital affair and secrets about Gary's health. Additionally, the team discovers that Gary was a known conservationist, leading them to explore whether his murder was connected to environmental activists.

The team at the Jeffersonian lab work tirelessly to retrieve evidence from the scene of Gary's murder, with Dr. Brennan and Booth following their instincts to interview a series of suspects. Dr. Brennan's knowledge of outhouses also proves vital in piecing together the crime scene.

Meanwhile, the episode also highlights the romantic relationship between Dr. Brennan and Agent Booth, which had been growing stronger over the past few episodes. As the case progresses, the two become even more comfortable and open with each other, leading to slight jealousy and insecurity on Brennan's part.

Overall, the episode "Man in the Outhouse" showcases a classic Bones storyline - a murder with multiple suspects and an unexpected motive. As always, the show's combination of humor, science and drama keep viewers hooked until the very end.