EPISODE

6. Wunderkind

The 1992 unsolved murder of a 14-year-old inner-city math genius is reinvestigated. The victim was shot after his 16-year-old half brother exploited the boy's abilities, such as counting cards and opening safes, for illegal gain with a local gang.

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The team reopens the 2002 murder of Terrence "T" Carter, a 14-year-old social outcast from the wrong side of the tracks, after it's discovered his mother had been using his social security number since his death. The team discovers that he was a prodigy with numbers and his talent may have led him to dangerous territory. Song featured in the intro: " Superstylin', by Groove Armada. Song featured in the finale: " Natural Blues ", by Moby.

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