Karl and the team investigate a reported bear attack, leading to questions about foul play due to inconsistent stories; Karl's daughter and friend continue to work on solving their own case.

Karl is called up to Seattle where he is reunited with twisted serial killer Tommy Cummins. With the hopes of finally bringing closure to the families of Tommy's victims, Karl must piece together his sick puzzles. Back in Gibsons, Cassandra deals with council conflicts and an unexpected visit from her mother while the police squad struggles when one of their own is missing.