Law & Order: Special Victims Unit: Extinguished (NBC, Thursday, February 20, 2025, 9/8c)

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In the upcoming Law & Order: SVU episode “Extinguished,” Detective Velasco finds himself in an unlikely partnership with a community security guard as they investigate a brutal assault on two teenagers. The guard, eager to prove his worth, sees this as his chance to make a real difference, but his methods may clash with Velasco’s by-the-book approach. The case delves into the complexities of justice, exploring the gray areas between right and wrong and the challenges faced by those who try to uphold the law.

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The episode centers on the victims, whose lives are irrevocably altered by the attack. As Velasco and the guard work together, they uncover a web of secrets and lies that threatens to derail the investigation. The guard’s personal connection to the community gives him a unique perspective, but his eagerness to solve the case may lead him to make impulsive decisions. Velasco, on the other hand, must balance his commitment to justice with the need to follow protocol.

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Find out how this partnership fares on NBC, Thursday, February 20th at 9/8c.

Andrew Martins, reviewer, recapper, deep diver, scifi specialist. Thinks Blakes 7 is better than Star Trek. Yes I do go to fan conventions and no I don't dress up. Well okay maybe I do a bit.