Ep 17. Compulsion
- TV14
- March 10, 2005
- 43 min
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7.9 (757)
The CSI team is at it again in season 5 episode 17 of CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, titled "Compulsion." This episode sees the team investigating a series of murders that all seem to have an unusual pattern in common.
The episode begins with the discovery of a young woman's body in a hotel room. It quickly becomes apparent that she has been strangled to death. What's odd, though, is that there are no signs of forced entry or struggle. The team immediately begins to investigate, but they're hindered by the fact that there are no obvious suspects or motives.
As the episode progresses, the team discovers that this murder is just one of several that have occurred recently. All the victims have been young women who are killed in hotel rooms, and all have been strangled. The team is convinced that there's a serial killer at work, but they can't seem to catch a break.
Throughout the episode, the team follows a number of different leads, but nothing seems to pan out. They interview hotel staff and guests, review surveillance footage, and comb through forensic evidence, but they're unable to find anything that can link the murders to a specific suspect. As the body count continues to rise, the pressure to catch the killer mounts.
Eventually, the team begins to focus on a man who seems to be connected to the murders. He's a compulsive gambler who has been spotted at all the hotels where the murders have occurred. The team believes that he may be the killer, but they can't seem to find any concrete evidence to support their theory.
In the end, the team is able to catch a break when they discover some evidence that connects the killer to one of the victims. With this evidence in hand, they're able to track down the man they believe is responsible for the murders. It's a tense and thrilling race to the finish, as the team tries to apprehend the killer before he can strike again.
Overall, season 5 episode 17 of CSI: Crime Scene Investigation is a gripping episode that will have viewers on the edge of their seats. With an intriguing storyline, well-developed characters, and plenty of suspense and drama, this episode is sure to satisfy fans of the series.