Ep 10. Ashes to Ashes

Dr. G: Medical Examiner season 1 episode 10, "Ashes to Ashes," follows Dr. Jan Garavaglia, also known as Dr. G, as she investigates the case of a young man whose body is found burnt to ashes in his car. With little evidence to work with, Dr. G must utilize all of her skills and expertise to determine the cause of death and identify the victim.

The episode begins with Dr. G and her team arriving at the scene of the crime. They find a burned-out car with a charred body inside. The victim is unrecognizable, and there is no identification on the body or in the car. Dr. G and her team collect what evidence they can and transport the remains back to the lab for further analysis.

At the lab, Dr. G and her team begin their investigation. They start by examining the remains for any clues as to the cause of death. Dr. G notes that the victim's teeth survived the fire, and she sends them off for analysis, which could potentially lead to the identification of the victim.

The team also examines the car for any signs of arson. They discover a suspicious burn pattern on the front passenger seat that suggests that the fire was intentionally started. They collect samples from the seat and send them off for analysis.

Using dental records, the team is able to identify the victim, a young man named Derek. With an identity established, Dr. G and her team dig deeper into Derek's background, hoping to find any leads that could help solve the case.

Through interviews with Derek's family and friends, the team discovers that Derek was involved in some illegal activities, which could have put him in danger. They also learn that he recently got into an argument with someone about money.

Dr. G and her team continue to investigate, analyzing the evidence they have collected and interviewing potential suspects. They ultimately piece together the events leading up to Derek's death and determine the cause of death.

Throughout the episode, Dr. G provides insight into the work of a medical examiner and the challenges they face when investigating cases like this one. Viewers get a glimpse into the detailed and thorough work required to determine the cause of death and bring closure to loved ones.

In the end, Dr. G and her team are able to solve the case, bringing justice to the victim and closure to his family. "Ashes to Ashes" is a gripping episode that showcases the expertise and dedication of Dr. G and her team as they work to solve a complex case with limited evidence.