Ep 6. Infiltrated

In "Infiltrated," the sixth episode of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit's eighth season, Detective Olivia Benson (Mariska Hargitay) and her partner, Detective Elliot Stabler (Christopher Meloni), investigate the brutal rape of a young woman who was attacked after leaving a bar. As the detectives begin their investigation, they quickly realize that the victim has ties to an anti-drug organization known as "The Second Chance Movement."

Their investigation leads them to a charismatic leader of the organization, Gabriel Thurman (played by guest star Isaiah Washington), who appears to be genuinely committed to helping recovering addicts turn their lives around. However, Benson and Stabler soon discover that Thurman's methods may be more dangerous than they initially thought. As they dig deeper into Thurman's past, they uncover a web of lies and deceit that threatens to tear apart the organization and put innocent lives at risk.

Meanwhile, Benson's personal life takes a difficult turn as her brother, Simon (Michael Weston), comes to town looking for her help. Simon is a recovering alcoholic who has fallen off the wagon and is in danger of losing his job. As Benson tries to help her brother, she also struggles to keep her personal and professional lives separate, all while trying to solve the case before more people are hurt.

As always, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit tackles difficult and timely issues with sensitivity and intelligence. In "Infiltrated," the show explores the sometimes dangerous world of underground organizations and the people who are devoted to them, while also delving into the personal struggles of its main characters. With a strong central storyline and excellent performances from the cast, this episode is a must-see for fans of the series and anyone who enjoys thought-provoking drama.