[s4e12] Paper Soldiers 〈PREMIUM〉

For more episode details and cast information, you can check out the NCIS: Los Angeles Season 4 Guide or the full episode summary on the NCIS Database . "NCIS: Los Angeles" Paper Soldiers (TV Episode 2013) - IMDb

The episode kicks off with Antonia Prieto, the widow of Marine Lt. Edwin Prieto, who suspects a cover-up regarding her husband’s death in Afghanistan. Her suspicions are validated when a private investigator she hired is found murdered right outside a morgue. As Sam and Callen dig deeper, they uncover a gruesome reality: Lt. Prieto’s body had been harvested for tissues and bones without his or his family's consent. Key Plot Points and Highlights

: Despite the heavy subject matter, fans often remember this episode for its witty dialogue. A standout moment involves Hetty jokingly requesting "palomino horses galloping alongside her hearse" during a visit to the funeral home. [S4E12] Paper Soldiers

While procedural dramas often focus on the heat of the action, Season 4, Episode 12, titled " Paper Soldiers ," took a somber, more reflective turn. This episode, which originally aired on January 15, 2013, moved away from high-octane chases to investigate a deeply unsettling case of military misconduct and black-market greed. The Core Mystery: A Widow’s Intuition

: Operational Psychologist Nate Getz (played by Peter Cambor) returns to Los Angeles at Hetty's request. His role in this episode is pivotal, acting as Hetty's "pawn" to help evaluate the team and assist in the interrogation of Coroner Rose Schwartz. For more episode details and cast information, you

: This episode also features some lighthearted character development, including Deeks debuting his new nickname for Kensi: "Kensalina". Closing Thoughts

"Paper Soldiers" is a standout episode from Season 4 because it balances a dark, emotional procedural case with the charming ensemble chemistry that defines the show. By the end, the team manages to dismantle the trafficking ring and ensure Lt. Prieto is laid to rest with the full military honors he deserved. Her suspicions are validated when a private investigator

Recap & Review: NCIS: Los Angeles Season 4, Episode 12 – "Paper Soldiers"