Ep 11. My Brother's Keeper

In Mystery Diners season 2 episode 11, entitled "My Brother's Keeper", Charles Stiles and his team of Mystery Diners are called to Lenny's Deli in Los Angeles to help out the owner, Steve, whose brother and co-owner Eric is suspected of stealing from the restaurant. Steve has noticed some discrepancies in the restaurant's finances and has a strong suspicion that Eric is behind it.

To get to the bottom of things, Charles sends in Mystery Diner Meghan, who poses as a waitress at the deli. She observes Eric's behavior and interactions with the staff to see if he is stealing anything or engaging in any suspicious activities. To further assist in the investigation, Charles sets up hidden cameras around the restaurant to capture any evidence of wrongdoing.

Throughout the episode, Meghan reports back to Charles with updates on Eric's behavior. She also talks to some of the other staff members to see if they've noticed anything suspicious. Meanwhile, the hidden cameras catch Eric taking money from the cash register and putting it in his pocket.

As the investigation progresses, Charles and his team discover that Eric has been taking money from the restaurant for personal use. They confront him with the evidence, and he ultimately confesses to his wrongdoing. Steve is understandably upset but is relieved to finally know the truth and can begin to address the issue head-on.

In the end, Charles meets with Steve and Eric to discuss the next steps and what they can do to prevent this from happening again in the future. They also discuss the importance of trust and communication in their business partnership moving forward.

Overall, "My Brother's Keeper" is an intriguing episode of Mystery Diners that highlights the importance of honesty and trust in a business partnership. Charles and his team of Mystery Diners provide valuable insights and evidence that help the owners discover the truth about Eric's actions and find a way to move forward.