: The team eventually tracks down the killers—a car mechanic, Joseph Barnes, and his son Nicky. The episode concludes with Gibbs personally delivering the rescued baby boy to the Nelsons. Character Arcs and Highlights
: The final scene features the song "All We Are" by Matt Nathanson. Watch NCIS S05E (2)
: Ducky reveals that Heidi was beaten to death before the crash and had given birth just moments before her murder. : The team eventually tracks down the killers—a
: Tony attempts to hide his heartbreak by playing a prank on McGee, supergluing McGee's hands to his keyboard. : Ducky reveals that Heidi was beaten to
: The team discovers that Heidi was a surrogate for a wealthy couple, the Nelsons. The case evolves into a kidnapping investigation as they realize the infant is missing.
The episode begins with the suspicious death of Petty Officer Christopher Munoz in what initially appears to be a hit-and-run accident. However, the investigation takes a sharp turn when Dr. Mallard (Ducky) discovers the body of a young woman, Heidi Campisano, near the scene.
: eagle-eyed fans noted that Ducky should have seen gunshot residue on the Petty Officer's clothes immediately, rather than being surprised later. Watch NCIS S05E02 You can stream "Family" on the following platforms: Paramount+ CBS.com Apple TV A Year of NCIS, Day 96: Family (Episode 5.2)