Ep 5. The Red Ponies

The Mentalist season 3 episode 5, "The Red Ponies," finds Patrick Jane and the team investigating a potentially dangerous situation at a horse race. The California Bureau of Investigation is called in to provide security for the event after the discovery of a threat involving the titular red ponies.

As they investigate, Jane and the team soon learn that the threat may be more complicated than they initially realized. They discover that the ponies in question belong to a wealthy and powerful family with a long-standing grudge against the race's organizers. As tensions continue to escalate, Jane uses his trademark wit and charm to gain insight into the family's true motives and intentions.

This episode also sees the return of a fan-favorite character, who provides valuable assistance to the investigation. Along the way, Jane and the team must navigate the complex relationships and hidden agendas of the various suspects, all while trying to prevent a potential disaster.

"The Red Ponies" is a tense and action-packed episode that showcases the strengths of The Mentalist's cast and creative team. With plenty of twists and turns, the episode will keep viewers on the edge of their seats as they try to uncover the truth behind the threat to the horse race. Fans of the series will find much to enjoy in this thrilling installment.