Ep 10. Who Murders Sleep
- TV14
- March 7, 2000
- 43 min
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8.3 (96)
Jimmy Liery is one of the many victims targeted by a smooth-talking con artist who uses his seductive powers to lure rich, middle-aged women into his web. Liery is married to one such woman, and the con artist's activities lead to their inevitable split. When Liery turns up dead in his car trunk, suspicion falls on the ex-wife as well as the con artist himself.
Sipowicz and Simone are called to the scene and quickly discover the victim's identity. They also find out that the car is registered to Liery's ex-wife. While investigating, the detectives learn that the ex-wife had recently purchased a gun and lied to conceal her purchase. Initially, Sipowicz and Simone are convinced that she's the culprit. But when they interrogate her and her alibi checks out, their focus shifts to the con artist.
Meanwhile, Medavoy and Martinez are called to a scene where an unknown woman has been found dead. Despite discovering some potentially useful evidence, they can't seem to identify the victim. Meanwhile, Fancy is dealing with a staffing issue at the precinct, which leads to his asking some old friends for help.
The investigation into Liery's murder quickly becomes complicated when it's discovered that the con artist may have had an accomplice. But as Sipowicz and Simone dig deeper, they begin to question whether the source of their trouble lies within the wealthy, elite circles that these dangerous criminals operate within.
As the detectives work to unravel the complicated web of lies and deceit surrounding Liery's murder, they discover a far-reaching conspiracy that could affect the lives of many people. With the stakes higher than ever, Sipowicz and Simone must race against time to catch the killer before he or she strikes again.
Who Murders Sleep is a gripping episode that showcases the complexity of the investigation process and the intricate interactions between the detectives who work tirelessly to solve these crimes. With twists and turns aplenty, this episode will keep viewers on the edge of their seats and eagerly anticipating the next installment in this iconic show's seventh season.