S3·E10 Jolly Red Elf

Episode recap

The CBI is tasked with investigating the murder of a Santa Claus. The team pursues two lines of investigation. Patrick Jane goes undercover in an AA group, while Rigsby and Van Pelt question members of an authentic Santa society.

The CBI's investigation is complicated by the death of a person in custody, which leads to J.J. LaRoche being brought in to question the team. It appears to be an inside job, and LaRoche is tasked with determining the circumstances surrounding the person's death and whether it was a result of foul play or an accident.

The team's investigation into the Santa's murder continues, with Jane's undercover work in the AA group and Rigsby and Van Pelt's questioning of the Santa society members providing new leads and insights into the case. The team's efforts are focused on uncovering the identity of the killer and bringing them to justice.

The episode marks a significant development in the CBI's internal dynamics, as the team's actions are scrutinized by LaRoche. The investigation into the Santa's murder and the internal CBI inquiry are ongoing, with the team working to resolve both cases.