Ep 23. The River Styx, Part I

The River Styx, Part I is the 23rd episode of the fifth season of the hit crime drama series NCIS: New Orleans. The episode begins with the team investigating a strange crime scene where they find a dead body in the middle of a massive river. However, the body is not the only discovery they make, as they soon find out that there is a lot more going on than meets the eye.

As the team dives deeper into the investigation, they come across a group of smugglers who are transporting illegal goods along the river. They soon realize that the smugglers are not working alone and are part of a much bigger criminal organization that is involved in various illegal activities.

Meanwhile, Special Agent Dwayne Pride (Scott Bakula) finds himself in a personal crisis as he struggles to come to terms with the sudden disappearance of one of his close friends. He suspects that his friend's disappearance is connected to the case he's currently working on, but he has no evidence to back up his suspicions.

As the team continues to investigate, they come across a series of clues that suggest that the criminal organization they are after is operating from a remote location deep inside the swamps. To get to the bottom of the case, the team decides to embark on a dangerous mission to infiltrate the organization and gather evidence.

The episode ends on a cliffhanger as the team sets off on their mission, but it's unclear whether they will be successful in their attempt. The River Styx, Part I is an intense and action-packed episode that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. It is a perfect blend of suspense, mystery, and drama, and sets the stage for an exciting finale in the next episode.