Ep 15. Undercover Mother

In the Law & Order: Special Victims Unit season 16 episode 15 "Undercover Mother," the team faces a case that hits close to home for one of their own. When a young boy goes missing from his school, the detectives quickly discover that he had been living in a shelter with his mother, who had gone undercover to investigate corruption in the child welfare system. As they delve deeper into the case, they realize that the corruption goes much higher than they initially thought and that they may have unwittingly put the boy and his mother in danger.

As the team races to find the missing boy, they must also navigate the ethical dilemmas of their investigation. Should they continue to pursue justice in the face of potential harm to the boy and his mother? How far can they go to uncover the truth without endangering those who are already at risk?

Meanwhile, Detective Rollins finds herself confronting her own past as she comes face to face with the realities of life in a shelter. As she struggles to reconcile her own experiences with those of the missing boy and his mother, she finds herself questioning her beliefs and her place in the world.

As the pieces of the puzzle slowly come together, the team realizes that the only way to save the boy and his mother may be to take matters into their own hands. But will their risky plan pay off, or will they end up making things worse?

"Undercover Mother" is a gripping episode of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit that explores the complex issues of corruption, justice, and family ties. With powerful performances from the cast and a compelling storyline that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats, this episode is sure to be a fan favorite.