Ep 12. Drive

In "Drive," the twelfth episode of Criminal Minds' eleventh season, the Behavioral Analysis Unit (BAU) is given a case involving a series of vehicular homicides in Miami. The unsub, or unknown subject, is targeting women from affluent families who are driving luxury vehicles. The team quickly realizes that the unsub is not only incredibly skilled at manipulating vehicles and causing accidents, but also has a deep-seated hatred for women and a desire to punish those he sees as entitled.

As the team delves deeper into the investigation, they uncover a trail of victims stretching back years, each one connected to the same driving instructor who had been teaching in the Miami area for decades. This instructor, Dmitri Sadesky, is revealed to be a sadistic and misogynistic killer who has been getting away with his crimes for years by covering his tracks and using his position and influence to manipulate the legal system.

The team realizes that Sadesky is still teaching driving lessons, and they set up a sting operation to catch him. But things quickly spiral out of control when Sadesky realizes that he’s been made and goes on the run. The team must navigate the streets of Miami, chasing Sadesky as he tries to escape justice once and for all.

Along the way, tensions rise between team members. Rossi and Hotch clash over their differing opinions on how to handle the case, while Reid struggles with his own emotions regarding the case’s disturbing content. Meanwhile, JJ is forced to face her own fears regarding driving as she enlists Garcia’s help in getting her license.

Through it all, the BAU remains focused on the task at hand, working tirelessly to bring Sadesky to justice and prevent any further harm from being done. But as the chase continues and things grow increasingly desperate, it becomes clear that the team may be up against a killer who is more cunning and dangerous than they ever could have imagined.

"Drive" is a tense and thrilling episode of Criminal Minds that showcases the BAU’s investigative skills and ability to work together in high-pressure situations. The case involves a uniquely skilled and terrifyingly twisted killer who presents an unusual challenge for the team, and viewers will be on the edge of their seats as they watch the drama unfold. With strong performances from the entire cast, including special guest star Candy Clark as the mother of one of Sadesky’s victims, "Drive" is a standout episode that delivers both heart-pounding suspense and thought-provoking commentary on issues of gender and power.