S2·E10 The Dark Side

Episode recap

In the tenth episode of the second season, the Los Angeles Police Department assigns Officer John Nolan and his squad the delicate task of transporting a high‑profile female serial killer to the burial sites of victims whose remains have never been recovered. The operation is presented as a procedural effort to provide closure for families while maintaining strict security for a dangerous detainee. As the team arrives at the remote graves, they discover evidence that extends beyond the known case file, indicating that the killer’s crimes may have been more extensive than previously documented. The unexpected findings compel the officers to reassess the scope of the investigation while still ensuring the suspect remains under control.

Parallel to the main investigation, Officer Angela Chen encounters a man who appears to embody an ideal partner. Their interaction is described as sparking Chen’s interest, suggesting a personal subplot that contrasts with the episode’s darker themes. The narrative does not elaborate on the man’s background, focusing instead on Chen’s tentative emotional response to the encounter.

Officer Luisa Lopez, meanwhile, is portrayed as increasingly concerned about the mental state of Wesley, a colleague whose post‑traumatic stress disorder is worsening. Lopez’s worry underscores the episode’s attention to the psychological toll that police work can exact on officers, especially