Ep 6. Pride and Joy

In Law & Order season 4 episode 6, titled "Pride and Joy," the detectives of the 27th precinct are called to investigate a case involving a high-ranking police official. The official's son has been murdered in a brutal and violent manner, and all evidence points to his involvement with drug dealers.

As the detectives begin their investigation, they quickly realize that this case is going to be one of their toughest yet. The official, who has considerable power and influence, is determined to protect his son's reputation and will do whatever it takes to stop the detectives from uncovering the truth.

The detectives work tirelessly, gathering evidence and questioning witnesses, but the case becomes even more complicated when they discover that the official's son was also involved in a love triangle with two other men. This revelation brings a new level of complexity to the case, and the detectives must navigate through a web of lies and deceit to uncover the truth.

As the investigation continues, tensions rise between the detectives and the official, who become increasingly aggressive in their attempts to protect his son's reputation. In the end, the detectives must decide whether to follow their instincts and pursue the truth, or to back down and let the powerful official get away with murder.

"Pride and Joy" is a gripping and intense episode of Law & Order that showcases the complexity and challenges of criminal investigations. The episode is an excellent example of the show's ability to delve into the darker aspects of human behavior and explore the complicated relationships that exist within families and communities.