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All right.

Who wants to go first?

Let me at it.

All right. So just like we practiced, dive out horizontally with your head in

front of your body, okay?

They have the instructions for the attitude.

I'll be back.

Love you,

babe.

I can't look.

You always have to be the center of attention.

Okay.

Let's do this.

What do we got?

You've heard of Steve Kowalski?

Real estate developer, right? Multi -millionaire real estate developer.

His company's been buying up land in the area.

He's our body.

Fungi accident?

Some kind of malfunction.

Forensic is taking photos, but nothing obvious yet.

He never is.

Meeks and Esposito are talking to witnesses.

I want you to talk to the wife and the operator.

Copy that.

Mrs. Kowalski, I have to call you back.

That's me.

You can call me Jenna.

First, I just wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss.

I'm Detective Larson.

I just... I can't believe it.

I... I... I mean,

we made our way up.

And he just...

Kowalski, I know you're upset about your brother.

My sister -in -law planned this whole thing for his birthday.

It was my suggestion.

You always like to do these crazy things.

I just can't believe it.

Can you run me through it from your point of view?

I moved to Crystal Ridge a few months ago. I wanted to start fresh, so I

up the RV and came out here.

So how long after moving here did you start working for Benji's Bungies?

A few weeks after I set up camp.

And Benji's great. He's one of the best bosses I've ever had.

So you've only worked here, what, a couple of months? I'm a certified jump

match.

I know what I'm doing.

I followed all the protocols.

Even when Steve said that he didn't want any help, I still double -checked

everything.

Car recovered the body several miles downstream.

We need to move.

What is it, buddy?

Something's up with this cord.

You going with your gut again?

Because... Blue hasn't failed us yet, and you know it.

What I was about to say was, I'm listening.

And you're right.

Chaos, you're a good cop.

All right, look.

I'm no expert on this stuff.

What are you thinking?

Fooder said they replaced the cords every six months. Industry standard is

a year, but Benji erred on the flight of caution.

He said the cords are only two months old. The blue hasn't left this spot, and

that means something.

We'll get it sent to Forensics ASAP.

All right.

Esposito, Meeks, get some more intel from the family.

Larson, you stay on scene.

We'll reconvene at headquarters.

Copy that. Copy that.

What a way to start the day.

Yeah, it was a rough one.

But then, blue was snipping around the cord that Steve Kowalski used.

This is your world.

Something definitely seems off.

Look how brittle the rubber is, and there's a slight discoloration.

What would come?

No idea.

But it's not regular wear and tear.

Don't find out

Maverick

You said?

Yeah. Long story, but that's what I've been calling him.

His name was Maverick?

And he lived up to it. Doesn't surprise me that he's helping on the job.

He's a heck of a canine.

Served his country with honor.

I should have known he was military.

You too?

Four years.

I can see it.

I'm glad I put in my time.

When was he decommissioned?

Same day that it's Hamlin, my best friend Randall.

Medically discharged.

Randall's my best friend.

Well, was until we met this for a ball.

After that, I couldn't compete.

Randall adopted him.

He'd be happy to know that he turned up safe and sound.

Would be.

Randall passed away recently, unexpectedly.

Then Maverick just...

We had no idea where he went until now.

I'm sorry for your loss.

Thank you.

I promised Randall if anything happened to him, I would take care of him after

that and give him the best life possible.

So that's why I'm here.

That's funny.

You should do that with Randall as well.

You know, I don't have to go right away.

You can spend a little more time with him if you want.

Thank you, but I should go.

I'm on the clock.

This is goodbye.

Don't think I'd be here today if it weren't for you.

Thanks for taking care of him.

I'd say it was my pleasure, but it was far more than that.

All right.

Come on, boy.

Let's go.

It's okay, buddy.

You can go.

You're crazy about that Kowalski guy, huh?

Just another day in paradise.

Hey, where's Blue?

He's not coming in anymore.

What do you mean? What happened?

His owner saw my post. Or his owner's friend, I guess.

Either way, he's back where he belongs. Which was the goal to begin with.

I didn't even get to say goodbye.

Thought you'd be happy not to clean slobber off your desk anymore.

I thought I would be too, but I'm gonna miss him.

Gonna miss who?

Blue. What happened?

His owner picked him up.

Oh, I'm sorry.

Okay. I'm sorry, Larissa.

You okay?

I'll be fine.

Okay, so, I spoke with Ryan Miller, and he agrees that the bungee break looks

off. Well, it's going to take a while for forensics to confirm, so let's keep

open mind about everything, including persons of interest.

Person of interest.

Jenna Kowalski. When Jenna and Steve got married, she had to sign an airtight

prenup, which is standard for a guy of Steve's network.

There goes motives.

Not exactly. Last month, the Lovebirds took out a massive life insurance policy

on Steve.

So maybe... Jenna's trying to cash in.

Okay, one motive tracked, but what about means? She had to be partnered with

someone who had access to equipment.

There's a scooter written all over it. That dude was nervous.

Possibly. There's something off about that guy.

Meeks, interview all the employees at Benji's Bungie. Talk to anyone who had

access to that cord and keep the rest of the team updated.

Esposito, dig deeper into that family.

And Martin, the wife is staying at Cliff's Edge. Dig deeper, but try

Copy. All right.

Let's go.

How are you holding up?

Everyone's calling me, asking me questions, paying their respects.

This must be so difficult.

I know you're hurting a lot right now,

but a few facts have come to light that we need to discuss.

Okay.

Is there anything you could tell me that might help with our investigation?

My husband was an amazing man.

He was also a very powerful, wealthy man.

What do you mean?

Because of your husband's wealth, we had a look into his finances.

We found the life insurance policy that was taken out last month.

They're set to inherit a lot of money.

You think I killed Steve?

I don't think anything right now.

I'm just gathering facts.

No, this is crazy. You've got this all wrong.

I loved Steve.

He didn't even want a prenup.

His father is the one that forced us to sign it.

Steve got the life insurance policy because he wanted to protect me.

You know what? I can't do this.

Please, just find out what happened to Steve.

Tell me you managed to get a copy.

If anyone finds out, I'm in some serious trouble. I know you're sworn in, but

this is stretching it.

Did you sign it out like I told you to?

I'm not a moron, you know.

Ran out of the domestic power to check tight to another case to cover myself.

Good.

I appreciate it.

I wanted to ask if it wasn't important.

It better be, because both our necks are on the line.

Thank you.

Me? You there?

Yeah, I'm here.

Forensics confirmed the bungee that killed Steve Kowalski was highly eroded

to hydrochloric acid.

The acid has a way of degrading the internal structure of the cord, meaning

outside of the cable would look intact, but the inside would crumble.

Sorry, I was a chemistry major.

Nerd.

Well, whoever did this wanted it to look like an accident, and they knew that

hydrochloric acid would be the best way to do it.

That's premeditation and access to equipment.

I'll send Petrol Unix to all stores in the area that carry hydrochloric acid

see if we can connect it to one of her suspects.

Did you get anywhere with Benji's employees?

Yeah, one just got back from vacation. Her alibi checks out.

The other works as a computer guy on weekends, doesn't know jack about

and I'd venture to guess he knows even less about hydrochloric acid.

What about Benji?

He wasn't in. They say he'll be back in a bit.

I get the feeling he's scared of his business going under, getting sued, so

not hanging around unnecessarily.

Who's next on the list?

The man, the myth, the legend.

Scooter. Heading to his residence now.

All right, keep us posted.

Copy. Martin, I want you to find Benji, interview him, press him about Scooter.

Will do.

Please come.

We've been averaging about 70 jumps a day.

Let's talk about Scooter.

Scooter.

Bit of a space cadet.

But I was told by everyone there, he followed protocol to the letter.

This was just an unfortunate accident.

Something like this happen before?

Never happened to me.

So are you worried about that?

Everybody knows the Kowalski family.

It's a powerful name.

I still want something to happen to my business. It's my everything.

Look, I just want you to know that the danger, it's part of the appeal. It's

what people do extreme sports in the first place.

Even this, paragliding accident, 12 stitches.

You know how many times we've gone paragliding?

It doesn't matter how much experience you have.

The risk, it's the reward.

Hey, boy.

Got some beef jerky for you.

Here you go.

Come on, boy.

No, huh?

What's going on?

I got to Scooter's campsite, but his RV was gone. He skipped town.

So right now, I'd say he's our prime person of interest.

Doug Scooter Bellows. A couple of arrests under his belt. Willingly going

Scooter is arrest -worthy in my book. Amen to that.

No violent incidents, just arrests for protest and demonstration.

But get this. The last arrest occurred at the most recent demo site for

Condominium. He protested to his company?

Turns out Scooter isn't too happy about the Kowalski Corporation developing land

around town.

So he's an activist.

But a murderer?

It's a motive. Plus, if he wasn't involved, why run?

Good point.

We'll put a bolo out for Scooter in his RV.

You're going to want to see this.

What is it?

Benji's Bungie's Booking Records.

Nadine's the one who booked the trip.

And she told me her sister -in -law booked it. But wait, wait, there's more.

So... Steve and Nadine's father stepped down as the CEO of the Kowalski

Corporation two years ago. And guess who took over after the patriarch retired?

Daddy's little girl?

Bingo. And since Nadine has been steering the ship, the company has been

on water.

Of course, Steve wasn't happy that he was passed over for the CEO position.

And since the stock prices have been tanking, he has been quietly campaigning

flip as many board members as he can to push his sister out of the top position.

So the sister knew that Steve was trying to kick her out, and she booked the

bungee birthday.

Let's bring him in today.

It's a beautiful place, Bill.

I love it for a sight for Claire.

We bought it on the spot.

It was her getaway.

Now, just like the house, everywhere I look is memories.

I see her everywhere.

Where did you get these?

I got them. Let's leave it at that.

Is that why you've been at Whispering Pines so many times?

Yeah.

That day, I didn't...

Register right away what happened.

But a few months ago, I was on a climb, similar face to where your wife fell,

and I saw it differently.

Doesn't make sense.

That's why I can't let it go.

Why was an MPS on this?

It was in the park.

Landed on county.

Why? I don't know.

Something's off.

Scooter taking off gives us probable cause.

I'm going to check out the RV.

All right, leave scooter to me.

Scooter, scooter, scooter.

Where are you running off to?

Access to equipment, documented hatred for the victim, flight to avoid

prosecution, and the murder weapon hydrocolloic acid under your sink.

What do you mean murder weapon?

At this point, cooperation is your best friend.

I didn't do anything.

Then why did you run?

I was the guy's jump master.

I figured that you'd do a quick search and see that I protested the cooperative

corporation. So you ran?

That makes you look guilty.

I didn't say it was the smartest thing to do.

Look, even if I did buy your story, it still doesn't explain the hydrochloric

acid in your RV.

What?

Scooter, come on.

I found it under your sink myself.

I've never seen this before.

When you're ready to talk, you let me know.

I have to say I'm not very impressed.

My brother is dead.

I almost know nothing about what happened and who is to blame. I tried

explaining to her that these things happen and it's no one's fault.

Well, with all due respect, Mr. Fortner, your wife has every reason to be angry.

There's been rules for the homicide.

What?

I thought it was an accident.

No, it's murder.

It's his wife.

I mean, I never liked her.

Ms. Kowalski, I know you want answers.

And so do we.

So if the two of you could answer some of our questions, maybe we can answer

some of yours.

Of course. We'll do anything to help.

Nadine loved her brother, and Steve was one of my closest friends.

Ms. Kowalski, when did you book the trip?

Well, I didn't.

But it was a gift for my brother's wedding. He got married sometime last

You told me that your sister -in -law booked the trip.

I can't remember.

Okay.

So... You don't remember booking the trip or any of the trip's activities.

Nadine's assistant handles all that. Maybe she did it.

Well, the call to Benji's Bungie, it came from your personal cell phone.

And I don't understand why any of this matters.

Why bungee jumping?

Why Benji's Bungie specifically?

Someone suggested it. I can't remember who.

It was Steve.

Yeah, and we did what he wanted.

He always got what he wanted.

That's what you were getting at.

Leave me. I think I'd like to leave.

If there's anything else we can do, you know how to reach us.

Ryan, it's Bill.

Hey, Bill.

I've been looking at the files.

And? And I think it's worth taking a look.

I know Sheriff Al. He's a friend.

I could talk to him.

At some point, yes.

But to get anyone to take this seriously.

friend or not, especially what I'm suggesting, let's do the work ourselves,

the pieces together, and then maybe they'll listen.

Okay.

And Ryan, thank you.

It means a lot.

I think I bought something.

Check this out. Some last night.

Is that Scooter's RV?

Mm -hmm.

I didn't realize that part of the park had surveillance.

There isn't. I tap into Fish and Game next to a bait site.

Straight shot to Scooter's RV.

Watch this.

Read this?

Mm -hmm.

The image isn't clear.

You know, what is the guy who looks like Scooter entering Scooter's RV with a

jug similar to the one you found with hydrochloric acid?

What more do you need?

Scooter knew what equipment they were using the next morning. He could have

stolen the keys to the store, grabbed the bungee, and doused it in acid the

morning.

Timeline fix.

Any word from those patrol units?

Hmm?

Any hits on where the acid came from?

No, nothing.

Just hardware stores?

Hardware, home improvement, any retailer that might sell that kind of chemical.

They check any pool supply stores?

Uh... Sorry, I didn't even think of it. It's no big deal. No, it is a big deal.

I don't make that kind of mistake.

You know I'd love it if you actually messed up.

You're being way too hard on yourself.

I can get to all of them this afternoon.

I'll come with you. I got it.

You've had a tough day, military.

Take the afternoon off and help us figure this thing out.

Hey, whoa, whoa, hold up.

Taking the afternoon off?

We're closed.

We're not closed yet.

Sorry. It's my golf day.

Nothing like a little unpaid OT to help Johnny Law.

Hey, that's the spirit.

You sell this brand here?

Sure do.

I need invoices for any hydrochloric acid sales you made in the last 48

Right this way, I guess.

Here's a better question.

That thing work?

Hey. Hey.

How you holding up?

You know.

Do you align?

Of course not.

You can't be offering to buy me a drink, though. I'm still on duty.

Do you ever stop?

If I do, you'll know something is seriously wrong.

Could you be missing a certain someone?

It was the right thing to do.

Move home now.

You always were so independent.

What do you mean?

Even in high school, you didn't need anyone.

Didn't you go to prom by yourself?

I think you're mistaking uncool for independent.

Are you kidding?

You were fearless. You didn't care what anyone thought of you.

Is that how it came across?

Yeah.

Guess my armor did its job.

But it gets heavy after a while.

Don't you think?

I need to talk to Madge.

Madge?

Madge! Hey, Jody, give me a minute. I'm just busy in the back. This guy,

Scooter, does he work here?

Oh, that weasel? Oh, he does not.

It looks like he's washing dishes.

Yeah, that's because... Last night, I caught him trying to dine and dash.

Only he was only good with the dining part, not the dash.

You do that in my establishment, you're in your spot on the wall of shame.

What happens when you make the wall of shame?

Well, you're banned for life. That's after I make you wash dishes all night

pay for your bill. Ha ha.

How many hours was he here exactly?

Till after two in the morning.

That means it couldn't have been Scooter at his trailer at midnight.

be something I missed.

Thank you. Give me that report.

Nice work, Meek.

Take lead on this.

Larson should take it.

Don't do that.

Take us to the finish line.

You deserve a win today.

I'll start filling out the report.

Besides, you write like you're not using your dominant hand.

My handwriting?

You should see the chicken scratch he puts down.

Thanks for coming back in.

Of course.

Happy to help.

So listen, we just need to tie up a few of the things.

I need to know who had access to your inventory room.

Every manager has a key.

Managers.

So not Scooter.

Uh, well, Scooter, he, uh... Do me a favor and take a look at this

What's this?

That's Nadine Kowalski.

She's the CEO of the Kowalski Corporation.

Does that name ring any bells?

Maybe you need to take a closer look.

Two gentlemen in the background, you recognize them?

One of them is Gerald Fortner, and the other one looks like you.

But the thing is... At first, I couldn't figure out how a small business owner

with no discernible ties to the Kowalski Corporation manages to get invited to

one of their Black Tie Gala events.

It's a real head -scratcher.

But then I got the location data from both of your cell phones.

You were both in the exact same location at the exact same time on five separate

occasions. Well, Crystal Ridge is a small community. That's just a

It could be a coincidence, yes.

Let's talk about your paragliding accident.

I think it's safe to say that there aren't 12 stitches underneath that

That is a hydrochloric acid burn.

from tampering with Steve's bungee cord.

I could get a warrant, get the bandage removed, but I don't need to.

We found footage from outside Scooter's RV from an old hunting cam.

At first it was hard to tell who it was, but then I noticed something.

A bandage on the man's left arm.

The same one that you have right here.

It also doesn't help that we have a video of you buying the hydrochloric

I'm going to level with you, Benji.

We all know.

You were involved in this thing.

You could get a reduced sentence if you name your accomplice and cooperate.

I'm not sure how many paragliding opportunities there are in a federal

As for Gerald, well, he's got money, so he'll take care of his hives, not yours.

Okay.

Okay. You're right.

I've known Gerald since we were kids.

He told me that in the 18th, brother...

was planning to move against her.

So I offered to help.

Gerald, he came up with how to get rid of the problem on accident.

It was all his idea, I swear.

What about the hydrochloric acid you planted in Scooter's RV?

He wanted it to look like an accident, but... Gerald, he figured we should

probably have a contingency plan just in case.

How'd you do it?

Scooter's a space cadet.

I took the key from the RV, above his key ring.

Left for it, got a copy, put it back. Didn't notice a thing.

The night before the jump, I snuck into Scooter's RV and I planted the acid.

If this had been ruled an accident, no one would have even known it was there

the first place.

When Gerald came to me, I was days away from bankruptcy.

I needed the money to save my business.

He convinced me.

He was doing it for his wife.

If he was going to lose the company, he knew he would destroy her.

One more thing.

I told Gerald that you were bringing me in for questioning.

Who's planning on finding out tonight?

We're done here.

Benji sang like a bird.

I heard.

You were in the observation room?

Figured I'd be on standby in case you couldn't deliver.

Thanks for the vote of confidence.

Now all we have to do is find Gerald and slap a cuff on him.

We still have time?

Right.

What is it now?

Probably a DUI checkpoint.

Haven't you people harassed us enough?

Apologies. I'm going to need you to step out of the car.

This is ridiculous.

Step out of the car.

What's going on?

Gerald Fortner, you're under arrest for the murder of Steve Kowalski.

Have you lost your mind? I suggest you stay right there unless you'd like to

join him.

How?

Benji? He didn't. Oh, he did.

Gerald, what's she saying?

You... You did this.

To my brother?

I was trying to help.

He was gonna get you thrown out of the company.

Guess money can't buy everything, hey, Gerald?

You have the right to remain silent.

Anything you say will be used against you in a court of law. You have the

to an attorney.

If you cannot afford one, one will be provided for you.

Do you understand these rights as they have been read to you?

Oh God.

Hi, baby.

Hi.

Hi.

I don't understand.

I've known this dog a long time.

Happiest guy in the world, never an off day.

But ever since I took him this morning, he hasn't been himself.

He couldn't even lift his head off the car seat for some beef jerky.

Him turning down jerky. Yeah.

The fact is, there's only one place I've seen this dog happy since before he ran

away.

That's right here.

The best way to honor my friend's memory isn't by giving this dog the best life

I can give him.

It's giving him the life he wants.

Blue belongs with you.

I don't normally... This is a special dog.

He'll teach you things about yourself you never knew before.

Listen to him.

We came to cheer you up.

Is that Blue?

Blue, you're back.

You're back.

Hey. Yeah.

I hate to say it.

Happy to see Chaos is back.

Well, expect to see a lot more of him because if we pass, he's officially

to join K -9.

We should be so lucky.

See? Yeah.

I'll get some plates.