Ep 6. Passed Pawns

In CSI: Crime Scene Investigation season 14 episode 6, titled "Passed Pawns," the Las Vegas CSI team is called to investigate the murder of a chess player that took place during a tournament. The victim, a prodigious chess player, was found dead in a hotel room, and everything suggests that the murder was committed by one of his opponents. As the investigation progresses, the team discovers that the victim had many enemies in the chess community, and any of them could be responsible for the crime.

The episode begins with the CSI team arriving at the hotel where the chess tournament is taking place. As they enter the victim's room, they find his body lying on the floor, surrounded by chess pieces. The room is in disarray, and it's clear that a struggle had taken place. Sara Sidle (Jorja Fox) and Nick Stokes (George Eads) start gathering evidence while D.B. Russell (Ted Danson) interviews the witnesses.

During the course of the investigation, the team discovers that the victim was a brilliant chess player who had many enemies in the chess community. They learn that the victim was an aggressive player who had a reputation for being difficult to play against. He had a history of getting into arguments with his opponents, and it wasn't uncommon for him to accuse them of cheating.

One suspect that the team investigates is the victim's most recent opponent, a man named Bobby. The victim had accused Bobby of cheating, and the two had gotten into a heated argument before the murder took place. The team finds Bobby's fingerprints at the scene, and some of the evidence suggests that he might be the killer. However, they soon discover that Bobby had an alibi, and he couldn't have committed the murder.

As the investigation continues, the team starts to focus on another suspect, a rival chess player named Landon. Landon had a long-standing feud with the victim, and he had a history of violence. The team discovers that Landon had threatened the victim before and that he had a motive for killing him. However, when they bring Landon in for interrogation, he denies any involvement in the crime.

Despite the setbacks, the CSI team continues to gather evidence, and they eventually identify the killer. The resolution of the case is surprising and satisfying, and it highlights the team's expertise in forensic science.

Overall, "Passed Pawns" is a gripping episode of CSI: Crime Scene Investigation that showcases the team's attention to detail and their ability to solve complex cases. The chess theme adds an interesting twist to the story, and the suspense builds as the team sifts through clues and suspects. As always, the acting is top-notch, and the episode leaves viewers wanting more.