Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999)

Episode Overview

After the body of Carolyn Pereira is discovered in a location known for prostitution, Stabler and Tutuola quickly uncover that she possessed an unusual amount of money for a financially aided student. Their investigation reveals her significant involvement in online gambling and high-stakes poker. Potential suspects include Gloria Culhane, her roommate who now has a pricey ring Carolyn stole from star athlete Roddy Franklin, and Adam Halder, Carolyn's childhood friend who assisted her in her gambling ventures. Stabler feels a connection to Halder, both having grown up on the wrong side of the tracks, often looked down upon by wealthier peers.