Ep 4. Red Menace

In The Mentalist season 2 episode 4, titled "Red Menace", the team investigates the murder of a young woman who was working for an anti-nuclear activist group. The victim, Rachel, appears to have been killed for her involvement in a political protest against a nuclear power plant.

As Patrick Jane and the CBI team begin to investigate the case, they uncover multiple suspects, all with motives that could lead them to kill Rachel. These suspects include the wealthy owner of the power plant, a local congressman who opposes the activist group's message, and the victim's own boyfriend.

Throughout the course of the investigation, Patrick uses his keen observational skills and uncanny ability to read people to help the team narrow down the list of suspects. He even goes undercover as a member of the activist group to gain more information about the victim and her circle of acquaintances.

Meanwhile, Lisbon begins to worry about Patrick's mental state as he becomes more and more obsessed with finding Rachel's killer. She confronts him about his behavior and encourages him to take a break from the case to avoid burnout.

As the team gets closer to solving the case, they uncover a shocking truth about the victim's past. The revelation not only leads them to the killer but also highlights the complexity of the case and the dangers of jumping to conclusions based on appearances alone.

"Red Menace" is a thrilling episode that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats as the team navigates through a web of lies and deceit to solve the murder of a young activist. With its intriguing plot twists and engaging characters, it's a must-watch for fans of the show.