Holder acts aggressive in asking questions due to his recent drug relapse. Lincoln continues to "bully" Kyle in various ways at the academy. More is revealed about Kyle and his relationship with his mother. We learn more about Kyle's mother's sexual preferences. Reddick begins to close in on the whereabouts of Skinner.

Holder prepares for his child with Caroline. The case of the Stanburys' murders is brought to an end with a series of unexpected events. Reddick finally points a finger at Linden resolving the Spinner case once and for all. An incite into Holder and Linden's lives in a few years time is given to finish off the story once and for all.