Ep 9. Black Water

In season 1 of American Detective with Lt. Joe Kenda, episode 9 titled "Black Water," viewers are taken on a journey through an investigation into the murder of a businessman, Allen Redding. Kenda is tasked with finding out why Allen was shot in his home and who could have done it.

The episode begins with a recreation of the crime scene where Kenda and his team encounter a gruesome scene with Allen Redding lying lifeless on the floor of his living room. The police had received a call from the neighbors who had heard the gunshots and promptly notified the authorities.

Kenda starts his investigation by questioning the victim’s wife, who was asleep in the next room when her husband was shot. Kenda is trying to understand what happened on the night of the murder – what the victim was doing, and who stood to benefit from his death. He finds out that Redding was a prominent businessman and had recently come under fire at work, with rumors of financial fraud and other questionable activities.

The detectives soon learn that Allen had a mistress, a woman who had been receiving money from him for a long time. However, she has a solid alibi, and Kenda can’t shake the feeling that there is something else that is not adding up. The team uncovers several inconsistencies in the evidence and statements of family members and the possible motive behind the killing. Kenda eventually realizes that there were several other people who had reasons to want Allen dead.

As Kenda continues his investigation, he discovers that the evidence trail leads him towards a group of young men who were addicted to drugs. But what is the link between these young and seemingly unrelated men with Allen Redding? Could they have done it? The evidence eventually leads Kenda to acknowledge the grim reality that the victim’s wife and son could have been involved in the murder.

The investigation becomes more complicated as the case progresses with multiple people being suspected and also with the possibility of an inside job. Kenda uses his experience and instincts to sift through the evidence and uncover the truth. He manages to put together the pieces of the puzzle, which ultimately leads him to the real culprit.

Overall, the episode offers an intense and engaging investigation into the murder of Allen Redding. The show’s format puts the focus on the detective and the investigation, making for an authentic, suspenseful, and informative crime documentary. American Detective With Lt. Joe Kenda season 1 episode 9 titled "Black Water" delivers a thought-provoking and memorable investigation into the murder case, with twists and turns, and a satisfying conclusion that provides closure for everyone involved.