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S2·E11 Sex, Birth, Death

Aired November 29, 2006

Synopsis

The BAU is called to investigate a series of murders of prostitutes in Washington D.C. and Reid suspects a teenager he met asking for his help is guilty of the crimes. The case becomes complicated when a congresswoman, who about to make a speech to praise the city's lower crime rate, threatens to take away the case if Hotchner calls a press conference to discuss it.

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Episode recap

In this episode of Criminal Minds, the Behavioral Analysis Unit is tasked with investigating a series of murders of prostitutes in Washington D.C. The case becomes complex when a congresswoman threatens to take away the case if the team holds a press conference to discuss it, as she is about to give a speech praising the city's lower crime rate.

The investigation is further complicated by Reid's suspicions about a teenager he met who asked for his help. Reid believes the teenager may be involved in the murders, but the team must verify this suspicion through their analysis of the evidence.

The episode explores the challenges of balancing the need to inform the public about the case with the potential consequences of doing so, particularly in a situation where a high-profile figure is involved. The team must navigate these complexities while working to identify the perpetrator and bring them to justice.

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