Ep 10. Anchor

Detective Olivia Benson and her team of special victims investigate a brutal rape case involving a young television anchor named Avery Jordan. It all starts when Avery returns to her apartment after a long day at work and is ambushed by a masked man who rapes her. Her boyfriend, who was supposed to meet her at the apartment, is knocked unconscious and is unable to stop the perpetrator.

As the investigation unfolds, the detectives discover that Avery was receiving threatening letters from a stalker and that her job as a news anchor has made her a target for various fanatics. One of the suspects is a wealthy businessman who was infatuated with Avery and was obsessed with the idea of being with her.

Meanwhile, Benson is forced to confront her own demons when she discovers that her mother's rapist is up for parole. The case brings back painful memories for Benson, who struggles to come to terms with the fact that the man who ruined her mother's life may soon be free.

As the investigation deepens, the detectives discover a web of lies and deceit that surrounds the case. With the help of a forensic psychologist, they are able to identify the perpetrator, who is finally brought to justice.

Throughout the episode, the tension is palpable as the detectives race against the clock to catch the rapist before he strikes again. The emotional stakes are high, as Avery struggles to come to terms with what happened to her and Benson grapples with the trauma of her own past.

In the end, the detectives are able to provide some sense of closure to Avery and her boyfriend, who are both traumatized by the attack. A powerful final scene leaves viewers with a sense of hope, as Benson is able to confront her own past and move forward in her life.