Ep 4. Jeopardy

In Law & Order season 6 episode 4 titled "Jeopardy," Detectives Briscoe (Jerry Orbach) and Curtis (Benjamin Bratt) investigate the murder of a young woman while jogging in Central Park. The detectives discover that the victim was a schoolteacher who had been having an affair with a married man, and they shift their focus to questioning her lover's wife.

As the investigation continues, the detectives encounter several obstacles as witnesses refuse to cooperate and evidence becomes scarce. Meanwhile, the prosecuting District Attorney, Jack McCoy (Sam Waterston), faces his own challenges in the courtroom as he tries to secure a conviction against the prime suspect. McCoy is forced to navigate a series of legal and ethical dilemmas as he fights to prove the defendant's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

The tension builds as both the detectives and the District Attorney's office face mounting pressure to solve the case, with the victim's family and the public both demanding justice. The episode raises thought-provoking questions about the criminal justice system, the role of prosecutors and defense attorneys, and the moral dilemmas that arise in the pursuit of justice.

In the end, "Jeopardy" delivers a gripping and suspenseful story that showcases the talents of the Law & Order cast and crew. The episode is a classic example of the show's ability to explore complex social issues while delivering satisfying courtroom drama.