Ep 5. Point of Origin

In Body of Proof season 2 episode 5 titled "Point of Origin," medical examiner Dr. Megan Hunt (played by Dana Delany) and her team investigate the death of a firefighter named Tommy Sullivan. He was a beloved member of the community, and his death has sent shockwaves throughout the fire department.

At first, it seems like Tommy's death was an accident. He fell down a flight of stairs and hit his head, and the ceiling collapsed on top of him. However, the team quickly realizes that there is more to the story. There are burn marks on Tommy's body that don't match the fire's pattern, and his injuries are inconsistent with a fall.

As the investigation continues, Megan and her team uncover a web of secrets and lies that lead them to suspect that Tommy's death was not an accident after all. They discover that Tommy was involved in a love triangle with two women, and that he was blackmailing one of them. They also learn that he had been stealing drugs from the fire department's medical supply room.

As the pieces of the puzzle start to come together, Megan and her team must race against the clock to solve the case before the killer strikes again. There are several tense moments as they zero in on the suspect, and the episode culminates in a dramatic confrontation.

Along the way, there are several poignant moments that highlight the emotional toll that investigating these cases has on Megan and her team. Megan struggles with her own demons as she continues to come to terms with her own mortality after surviving a near-fatal accident. Her relationships with her ex-husband, daughter, and colleagues also continue to evolve and deepen over the course of the episode.

Overall, "Point of Origin" is a gripping and well-crafted episode that showcases the strengths of Body of Proof as a procedural drama. The writing is smart and tightly plotted, the performances are nuanced and engaging, and the direction is skillful. Fans of the show will not be disappointed.