Ep 22. Ace

In Law & Order: Special Victims Unit season 11 episode 22, titled "Ace," the detectives of the Special Victims Unit are called to investigate a brutal rape and homicide case.

The episode begins when Detective Benson and Stabler arrive at the scene of a crime where a young woman named Fiorella has been savagely raped and murdered. As the detectives dig deeper into the case, they realize that Fiorella was a high-stakes poker player, known for her skills on the table. The detectives begin to suspect that the killer could be someone from the world of underground poker, and they set out to track down the killer.

As the investigation progresses, Benson and Stabler discover that Fiorella's killer may be someone she knew from the poker community. This leads them to meet a host of colorful characters, all with their own secrets and motives. They cross paths with a young man named Brian, who was present at the poker game where Fiorella was last seen. Brian has a history of mental illness and is convinced that he is being targeted by a mysterious organization.

During the course of the investigation, Benson and Stabler soon realize that Brian's paranoia may not be unfounded. They uncovers a dangerous underground poker network, where players place large bets and risk everything for a chance at victory. The stakes are high, and there are no rules. The detectives realize that they are dealing with a dangerous group of people who will go to any lengths to protect their secrets.

As the detectives continue to investigate, they encounter a number of obstacles and setbacks. They are constantly one step behind the killer, who seems to always be one move ahead of them. Meanwhile, tensions rise within the poker community as players begin to realize that they are being targeted by a killer.

The episode "Ace" is a thrilling and suspenseful ride that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats. The detectives of the Special Victims Unit must navigate a dangerous world of underground poker to catch a ruthless killer. With twists and turns around every corner, "Ace" is the perfect example of what makes Law & Order: Special Victims Unit one of the most beloved crime dramas on television.