Ep 11. Dark Woods
- TVPG
- April 2, 2002
- 49 min
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7.4 (31)
In season 5 episode 11 of The FBI Files, entitled "Dark Woods," the show delves into the case of an elusive serial killer who terrorized a small town in Northern California in the early 1990s.
The episode begins with a tense and dramatic reconstruction of the crime scene where the killer's latest victim was found. With eerie music and graphic images of the victim's injuries, the viewer is immediately drawn into the chilling story of the killer known as "The Night Stalker."
The FBI's Behavioral Science Unit is brought in to help local law enforcement, and they quickly determine that the killer is using the cover of darkness to stalk and attack his victims in the remote, wooded areas around town.
As the investigation progresses, the FBI team begins to build a profile of the killer, focusing on his behavior and motives. They discover that he is a lone offender who is highly organized and calculated in his attacks, and that he may have a history of violence towards women.
Using interviews with witnesses and reenactments of the crimes, the episode follows the FBI's progress as they gather evidence and track down potential suspects. They use forensic analysis to link the cases together, and eventually narrow down their focus to a small group of suspects who fit the killer's profile.
However, the investigation hits a snag when the killer goes quiet and stops attacking for a period of time. The FBI is forced to regroup and rethink their approach, and they begin to partner with other agencies and community groups to try and catch the killer.
In the end, the FBI is able to identify and apprehend the killer, and the viewer is left with a sense of satisfaction at the successful resolution of the case. "Dark Woods" is a gripping and suspenseful episode that showcases the tireless work of the FBI and its partners in their pursuit of justice.