Ep 11. Extended Family
- January 6, 1993
- 47 min
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7.6 (310)
In Law & Order Season 3 Episode 11 "Extended Family," the core characters of this classic crime drama series investigate a complex case of family dynamics and murder. The episode opens with the murder of a respected doctor, Dr. Dorothy Baylor, in her home. The detectives discover that she was bludgeoned to death with a baseball bat, and that her house was ransacked. The investigation quickly uncovers that this is not a robbery gone wrong, but rather, possibly a murder with a motive very close to home.
As the team delves deeper into the case, they discover that Dr. Baylor had recently taken in her granddaughter and great-granddaughter after the death of her daughter. The team begins to suspect that someone within the family may have had a motive to kill Dr. Baylor in order to gain access to the inheritance.
The show navigates through a web of family secrets and lies, as the detectives uncover the darker side to the seemingly perfect and well-to-do family. The investigation leads them to Dr. Baylor's son-in-law and her granddaughter's boyfriend, who both had potential motives for the murder.
As the detectives dig deeper, they uncover startling information about the dead woman's daughter and the rest of the family. The family dynamics begin to unravel as secrets and motives are revealed, and it quickly emerges that nearly everyone has a motive for killing Dr. Baylor.
The detectives have to tread carefully as they collect evidence and weigh their options. The case takes multiple twists and turns, and the investigators must question each suspect extensively. Finally, they are able to piece together enough evidence to bring the killer to justice in a stunning conclusion.
Overall, "Extended Family" is a gripping episode that delves into the dynamics of family bonds and inheritance. The show digs deep into the characters' psyches to explore the intricate relationships within the family. Fans of the series will not be disappointed with this murder mystery that delves into the emotional and psychological motivations of the characters involved.