Meanwhile, Inspector Lestrade (John Paul Tremblay) is dealing with pressure from the police commission to solve the case quickly, as the Olympics are approaching and the city wants to ensure that the waterfront is safe for tourists.

The episode features a strong supporting cast, including a rival spy, a government agent, and a mysterious woman who seems to know more than she is letting on. Through Murdoch's observations and deductions, the killer is eventually revealed to be a surprising suspect.

As Murdoch and his team dig deeper, they uncover a web of secrets and lies among the crew team, including a rivalry between the victim and one of his teammates. They also discover that the victim was involved in some shady dealings, including selling stolen goods.