The episode kicks off a month after the tragic shooting of Jimmy Robertson (Paul Calderon), whose life was cut short in a hail of bullets. We witness a compassionate couple visiting an abandoned dwelling that has become a refuge for the homeless, distributing food and water to those in need. As the duo exits one of the rooms, the woman discreetly sends a text to SWAT, furnishing them with the location and a vivid description of the man she had just encountered. Within moments, Diego Perra (Esteban Carmona) is apprehended.
Later, Chief Hughes (Sophina Brown) steps up to the podium during a press conference, making a triumphant announcement: they have captured Jimmy's killer. Honey Chandler (Mimi Rogers) then takes the stage, succinctly narrating the swift and decisive events leading to the arrest. Meanwhile, Harry (Titus Welliver) and Maddie Bosch (Madison Lintz) observe the unfolding scene from the cozy confines of a bar, their expressions a mix of curiosity and anticipation.
Elsewhere, Bosch convenes with Maurice 'Mo' Bassi (Stephen A. Chang) to delve into the mystery surrounding Finbar McShane (Michael Reilly Burke). They discover that Finbar's social media profiles and financial accounts have fallen silent for a full month. Bosch reveals to Mo that Finbar has acquired a 30% stake in Stephen Gallagher's (Matthew Downs) business, hinting that tracing the origin of these funds might unlock the secret of Finbar's whereabouts.
In a brief interlude, Maddie and Reina Vasquez (Denise G. Sanchez) exchange thoughts on Perra and the grim reality of Death Row, all while Perra is having his mug shot captured, his expression a stark contrast to the hopeful chatter around him.
Honey engages in an animated discussion with her colleagues regarding the Perra case, her resolve palpable as she aims to tighten the noose swiftly and unequivocally. One of her peers hints at a potential strategy, prompting Honey to direct the team to execute a Perkins investigation without delay.
Together with Raquel Bowers (Victoria Gabrielle Platt), Honey orchestrates the placement of a surveillance camera inside Perra's cell. Upon his incarceration, Perra freely admits to raiding several taco trucks but steadfastly denies any involvement in the cop's murder. The interrogation reaches a climax when Perra, overcome with emotion, demands the presence of his attorney.
Elsewhere, the robbery syndicate deliberates on their return to the criminal fray. Fortune/Victoria strategizes a cautious approach, opting to offload some aged merchandise but scrutinizing their potential buyers meticulously.
Honey discovers that Perra's legal representative is L. Roman Stallworth (Philip Anthony-Rodriquez). She promptly arranges a meeting with him for the evening. Stallworth Wasting no time in declining Perra's innocence and casting facets on Honey, suggesting she might have orchestrated a setup involving an undercover policeman. Stallworth deals Honey a shocking revelation by presenting footage of Perra staggering home drunk on the night of the homicide. Intriguingly, after arriving home, Perra exits again just 12 minutes later, ostensibly in a sober state—a twist that leaves Honey utterly perplexed.
Some time later, Honey presented Bosch with the video footage of Perra, igniting a spark of curiosity. Nestor Gomez (portrayed by Jesse Gallegos) attempted to pawn a watch but was promptly asked for identification, which he stubbornly refused to provide. As he abandoned the watch, the pawnbroker's eyes caught an alert flashing about a stolen timepiece. Elsewhere, Mo unveiled to Honey surveillance snapshots of Patrick Currey (played by Jeremy Glazer) indulging in a nightclub revelry. Soon after his departure, Honey engaged in a phone conversation with Chief Hughes, who informed her that Perra's case was progressing at breakneck speed.
While Bosch and Mo deliberated on the Robertson case, Bosch apologized for his abrupt demeanor earlier. Subsequently, they interviewed witnesses from the shooting scene, drawing blanks until Bosch spoke with Jason Swift (Terrence Hardy), who proved to be a turning point.
Meanwhile, Honey and her team were locked in a fierce debate, striving to authenticate the authenticity of the Perra video. Honey remained skeptical, believing it insufficient to sway a jury, while her team insisted otherwise and pleaded for more resources to discredit the video. Reluctantly, she granted them the necessary means.
Maddie and Vasquez were summoned to the pawn shop, where the broker detailed Nestor's suspicious demeanor. He also handed over a picture of Nestor, which both Maddie and Vasquez promptly recognized. They returned to the station, discussing the matter with a superior and concluding that Nestor was merely a pawn, with Fortune orchestrating the operation. They devised a plan to rattle her composure and observe whom she approached for assistance.
The debate over the Perra video raged on among Honey and her team. She maintained that it lacked the gravitas to convince a jury, whereas her team stood firm in their belief. They pressed her for additional resources to ensure the video's dismissal or disapproval. Relenting, she provided them with the required assets.
Maddie and Vasquez confronted Victoria at her workplace, accusing her of selling stolen goods as identified by a witness. She vehemently denied the allegations, claiming the witness was mistaken. However, the revelation of Nestor's photo at the pawn shop left Victoria stunned. She claimed ignorance and suggested they question Nestor instead.
Bosch and Mo uncovered a crucial detail: the sole camera overlooking the shooting site had malfunctioned the night before the incident, around 3 am. Mo suspected foul play, hinting that the murder was far from random.
Bosch engages in a concise conversation with Siobhan Murphy (played by Orla Brady), delving into the intricacies of the Gallagher family saga. He extends a helping hand, yet she politely declines, asserting that a cousin is en route to assist with the estate matters.
Later, after an enlightening exchange with Victoria, Maddie and Vasquez unearth a cryptic text message sent by her: "LG@8." Vasquez's sharp instincts lead her to speculate that it signifies a rendezvous at Lemon Grove Park at 8 PM.
Bosch and Mo deliberate on the Gallagher case, converging on the necessity to access confidential federal files tucked away in a sealed container. With determination, Mo volunteers to tackle the challenge.
Honey receives an exciting update from one of her colleagues. Thanks to the newly acquired resources, they've discovered that Perra's girlfriend's neighbor witnessed Perra's car departing her residence roughly an hour after Robertson's demise. This revelation prompts Honey to suspect that Perra was perhaps concealing the murder weapon.
Meanwhile, Maddie and Vasquez set up surveillance at Lemon Grove Park, their eyes peeled for any sign of Victoria. She soon arrives and engages in a hush-hush meeting with a hooded figure. He attempts to reassure her, whispering reassurances that the police are clueless. After a brief but effective calming session, the man finally reveals his face, and to Vasquez's astonishment, she recognizes him. However, she later deceives Maddie by feigning ignorance of his identity.
The episode culminates with Bosch confiding in Honey, his voice laden with conviction, that Robertson's death was an assassination meticulously orchestrated.
