Ep 18. Evil Breeds
- March 24, 2004
- 43 min
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7.8 (279)
In this episode of Law & Order season 14, entitled "Evil Breeds," Detective Jack McCoy and his team investigate a serial killer who targets young, pregnant women. The case becomes personal for McCoy when one of his former law school classmates becomes a victim of the killer.
The episode begins with the discovery of the body of a pregnant woman in an alley. The team quickly realizes that this is not an isolated incident, but rather the work of a serial killer who preys on pregnant women.
As the investigation continues, the team discovers that the killer is targeting women who have a connection to a specific fertility clinic. This clinic, run by a prominent doctor named Dr. Janet Coburn, is known for its controversial practices and has been the subject of criticism in the past.
As the team delves deeper into the case, they discover that the killer may have ties to the clinic and that the murders may be part of a larger conspiracy involving the clinic and its doctors.
Meanwhile, McCoy is forced to confront his own demons when he learns that one of his former classmates from law school is one of the victims. This personal connection to the case causes McCoy to become more determined than ever to bring the killer to justice.
As the investigation heats up, the team races against time to catch the killer before he strikes again. With the help of the clinic's staff and a determined prosecutor, they are able to bring the killer to justice and put an end to his reign of terror.
"Evil Breeds" is a tense and gripping episode of Law & Order that explores themes of power, corruption, and the lengths that people will go to protect their own interests. With strong performances from the cast and a twisty and unpredictable plot, this episode will keep viewers on the edge of their seats until the very end.