Ep 23. Couples

In Law & Order season 13 episode 23, entitled "Couples," the SVU team is called to investigate a bizarre case involving three couples who were brutally attacked and left for dead in their own homes. The detectives soon realize that all three couples were involved in a sex club together and had been sharing partners, which leads them to suspect that the attack may have been committed by a jealous spouse or lover.

As the investigation unfolds, the detectives begin to uncover a web of lies and deception amongst the couples, including infidelity, blackmail, and jealousy. One of the suspects, a wealthy businessman named Calvin Willis, becomes the prime suspect when his wife is found dead in their home. Although he denies any involvement in the attacks, the evidence begins to mount against him, including a DNA match to one of the crime scenes.

As the detectives continue to dig deeper into the case, they discover that one of the victims may have been responsible for blackmailing the couples and threatening to expose their secrets to the public. When the detectives track down the blackmailer, they uncover a shocking revelation that could break the case wide open.

Meanwhile, ADA Novak faces her own personal demons as she battles a gambling addiction that begins to spiral out of control. With the help of her sponsor, Novak attempts to overcome her addiction while still focusing on prosecuting Willis and bringing justice to the victims.

In "Couples," the SVU team must navigate through a complex web of lies and deceit to catch a killer and bring closure to the families of the victims. With each twist and turn, the detectives begin to question their own assumptions and face the harsh realities of human nature, including jealousy, greed, and betrayal. As the case comes to a close, the team is left to wonder if justice has truly been served, or if there are deeper secrets yet to be uncovered.