Ep 8. The Deep End

The Deep End is the eighth episode of season 2 of Major Crimes. This drama series follows the work of the Major Crimes Division of the LAPD as they investigate and solve some of the city's most challenging crimes.

In this episode, the team deals with the murder of a young prostitute found in the LA River. The victim's identity remains unknown, and as the detectives start piecing together clues, they discover a web of secrets and lies surrounding the victim and her associates.

As the investigation progresses, Captain Raydor and her team discover that the victim was part of a prostitution ring that spans across multiple states, and they must collaborate with outside agencies to uncover the truth.

Meanwhile, Rusty continues to work on his journalism assignment on the state of foster care in LA, which leads him to interview Dr. Joe Bowman, an influential psychologist with ties to the city's child welfare system. However, Rusty learns that Dr. Bowman's practices may not be as ethical as they appear, and he must decide whether to publish what he's discovered, risking his relationship with the doctor and potentially exposing a dangerous system.

The tension grows as the detectives discover that the young victim's murder is linked to a high-profile case that they had worked on six months prior, which leads them to a shocking discovery and an unexpected turn of events.

Throughout The Deep End, the characters of Major Crimes confront difficult and sensitive subjects, including prostitution, foster care, and child welfare, while trying to balance their personal and professional lives. With its intricate plot and well-developed characters, this episode is a prime example of the show's ability to portray complex themes with empathy and realism.