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S1·E11 Bad Blood

Aired January 14, 2000 44 min ★ 8.6/10 · 19 TMDB votes

Synopsis

A moral coalition leader's gay son is found murdered on the roof of his apartment building. Initially, Benson and Stabler investigate his father, a Conservative well-known for his homophobic viewpoints, but once they start looking into the young man's living arrangements they realize the person they're looking for may be closer than they think. Munch tries to help Benson find the man who raped her mother, and could potentially be her father.

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Episode recap

In this episode of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, detectives investigate the murder of a young man found on the roof of his apartment building. The victim's father, a prominent moral coalition leader, is initially suspected due to his homophobic views. However, as the investigation unfolds, the detectives discover that the person they are looking for may be closer to the victim than initially thought.

The case is led by Detectives Benson and Stabler, who work to uncover the truth behind the young man's murder. Meanwhile, Detective Munch tries to assist Benson in finding the man who raped her mother, who could potentially be her father.

The episode explores the complexities of the case, as the detectives navigate the victim's living arrangements and relationships in search of a lead. The investigation is a delicate balance of following leads and respecting the victim's personal life.

Throughout the episode, the detectives work to piece together the events surrounding the young man's murder, ultimately uncovering a surprising twist in the case. The episode highlights the challenges faced by the Special Victims Unit as they investigate crimes that are often complex and emotionally charged.

The episode is part of the first season of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, a crime drama television series that follows the work of the NYPD's Special Victims Unit as they investigate sex crimes in New York City. The show is known for its gritty portrayal of real-life crimes and its commitment to justice.

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