Ep 9. Bruja Blanca

In the ninth episode of season two of Murder in the First titled "Bruja Blanca," the investigation into the Howard Elias murder case continues. The episode picks up with Terry English and Hildy Mulligan still searching for clues and suspects in the case, which has led them to an unexpected discovery. The investigation takes a turn when a Mexican drug cartel is identified as a potential suspect in the case.

Meanwhile, Junior Vega, the prime suspect in the Elias murder case, is being held in jail and is facing a life sentence if convicted. His girlfriend, Blanca, who is also known as the "Bruja Blanca" or white witch, is trying to do everything in her power to help him get released from prison. She believes that Junior is innocent and has been wrongly accused of the murder. Blanca enlists the help of her witchcraft to try and get Junior released from prison, which leads to some intense and dramatic scenes in the episode.

As the investigation continues, Terry and Hildy begin to uncover new evidence that suggests that Junior might not be the killer, and they start to dig deeper into the case. The investigation leads them to a Mexican drug cartel that appears to have a connection to the murder. The cartel is involved in the trafficking of drugs and weapons, and it seems that Howard Elias might have been investigating their activities.

Things start to heat up when the cartel finds out that the police are investigating them, and they become more aggressive in their efforts to cover up any evidence that might link them to the crime. Terry and Hildy's investigation takes them to some dark and dangerous places, and they find themselves in the crosshairs of the cartel, who will stop at nothing to protect their interests.

The episode also explores the relationships between the characters and the personal struggles that they are facing. Terry is dealing with the terminal illness of his wife, which is taking a toll on him emotionally. Hildy is struggling to keep her personal life from interfering with her job, and she is forced to confront some difficult decisions.

As the episode comes to a close, the investigation takes a shocking turn when a new suspect emerges, and Terry and Hildy are left to decide whether to pursue this lead or continue searching for other suspects. The episode ends on a cliffhanger, leaving viewers on the edge of their seats and eagerly anticipating the next episode.

Overall, "Bruja Blanca" is an intense and gripping episode that keeps the audience engaged from start to finish. With its complex characters, compelling storyline, and intense action, this episode is a standout in the Murder in the First series.