Ep 20. Battle Scars

In NCIS: Los Angeles Season 8 Episode 20, titled "Battle Scars," the team investigates the murder of a Navy Captain who was attacked shortly after returning home from the Middle East. As they delve deeper into the case, they discover that the victim may have been involved in controversial medical trials while serving overseas.

Special Agent G. Callen and the rest of the NCIS team, including Sam Hanna and Kensi Blye, work to piece together the puzzle of the Captain's life. They must navigate through a web of lies and secrets to find out what really happened to him and who may be responsible for his death.

Along the way, the team must also deal with their own personal struggles. Sam Hanna, who is dealing with the aftermath of a recent shooting, must come to terms with his own mortality and the impact that his job has on his family.

Meanwhile, Kensi Blye is still recovering from injuries sustained during a mission in Syria. As she works to regain her physical and mental strength, she must also confront her feelings for her partner, Marty Deeks.

Throughout the episode, tensions run high as the NCIS team races against the clock to solve the case before it's too late. As they follow the clues, they face both physical and emotional obstacles that threaten to derail their investigation.

Ultimately, the team must work together to overcome their own battles and uncover the truth about the murder of the Navy Captain. In a thrilling conclusion, they finally uncover the shocking truth behind a conspiracy that threatens the lives of countless soldiers serving overseas.