Numb3rs Season 5 Episode 18 First Law
- TV-PG
- March 6, 2009
- 43 min
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7.5 (253)
Charlie Eppes is a mathematical genius who uses his skills to help the FBI solve crimes in Los Angeles. In season 5, episode 18, titled "First Law," Charlie and his team work to solve a case involving a teenage girl who was murdered after she testified in a trial against a drug dealer.
The girl had been taken into protective custody after her testimony, but somehow the drug dealer's associates were able to track her down and kill her. The team first suspects that someone on the law enforcement side leaked her location, but they soon realize that the real culprit is someone within the witness protection program.
As Charlie uses his mathematical models and algorithms to analyze the patterns of the crime and the behavior of the people involved, he discovers that there are deeper connections between the characters than anyone realized. The team must work quickly to catch the killer before they strike again.
Meanwhile, Charlie is also dealing with some personal drama as his long-distance relationship with Amita is put to the test. Amita is at a conference in New York and Charlie is feeling insecure about their relationship, leading him to seek advice from his father and brother.
Overall, "First Law" is a tense and gripping episode that keeps you on the edge of your seat as the team races against time to solve the case and uncover the truth about the witness protection program. Charlie's mathematical insights and the team's investigative skills make for a thrilling ride that leaves you wanting more.