Ep 4. The Ecstasy and the Agony

The fourth episode of Major Crimes season 1 is titled "The Ecstasy and the Agony," and it follows the team as they investigate the death of a young woman who was found overdosed on ecstasy. The case hits home for Detective Sykes, who has a teenage son and worries about the dangers of drugs in their community.

The victim, Sarah, was attending an underground rave when she died. The team starts their investigation by questioning the rave's organizer, a man named Max who seems more interested in protecting his reputation than helping with the case. They also speak to Sarah's friends, including her best friend who had a falling out with her over a secret Sarah was keeping.

As the investigation unfolds, the team discovers that Sarah was part of a larger drug ring that is dealing in a dangerous new form of ecstasy that is killing people. They work tirelessly to bring down the operation and arrest those responsible for Sarah's death.

At the same time, Captain Sharon Raydor deals with personal issues when her estranged husband comes to town and tries to reconnect with her. She is hesitant, as their marriage ended due to his infidelity and she is not sure if she can trust him again.

Throughout the episode, the viewer is also given insight into the personal lives of the team members. Detective Flynn is trying to sell his father's house, but is having difficulty letting go of the memories associated with it. Detective Provenza is dealing with the aftermath of a bad case that has left him emotionally drained.

In the end, the episode highlights the dangers of drug use and the importance of communication within families. It also showcases the dedication and hard work of the Major Crimes team as they strive to bring justice to those affected by crime.