Warning: SPOILERS forFBI: Most Wantedseason 6, episode 5 ahead.FBI: Most Wanted’s Sheryll Barnes (Roxy Sternberg) is the only person who could have taken on the trafficking case that falls into her lap in season 6, episode 4. Although Barnes is part of theFBI: Most Wantedseason 6 cast, she does not appear in the first three episodes of the season. The series explains that she was in D.C. helping her kids get settled in their new home with theFBIagent’s ex-wife, Charlotte.
Although Remy initially celebrates Barnes' return, things get tense between them when Barnes becomes determined to find and rescue a kidnapped girl whose plight she discovers when the girl attempts to scam her over the phone. Barnes ignores Remy’s directive to hand the case over to Jubal inFBI: Most Wantedseason 6, episode 4. The case is resolved successfully, but Remy warns Barnes that if she disobeys him this way again, she’s off the team. However,Remy is overlooking a vital aspect of this case that proves nobody but Barnes could possibly solve it.
Barnes Was The Only One Who Could Contact The Girls In FBI: Most Wanted Season 6, Episode 4
The Girls' Phones Could Only Dial Pre-Programmed Numbers
Barnes is able to communicate with Jessie, one of the kidnapping victims, because of a lucky encounter.Barnes' name is on a pre-programmed list of numbers Jessie is supposed to callto attempt a scam in which she claims to be from the IRS calling about a fake account. However, when Barnes puts a stop to the scam by identifying herself as an FBI agent, Jessie whispers, “They won’t let us leave.” She also reveals that the phones are blocked from making calls other than to pre-programmed numbers.
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This aspect of the kidnappers' system allows Jessie to periodically call Barnes to check in and beg for help, as she is able to re-dial her number using the computer software provided by the kidnappers. Thus, Barnes would have to be involved in any investigation, even if Jubal’s team took over. While it’s possible that Jubal’s team could eventually find a way to hack the system and contact Jessie directly, this would take time they don’t really have.The easiest way to locate and rescue the kidnap victims would be for Barnes to remain the primary point of contact.
The Secret Importance Of The Missing Girls' Case To Barnes' Return
She’s Hurting Because She Misses Her Own Kids
Barnes' determination to find Jessie stems partially from her feelings about the changes in her personal life. ManyFBI: Most Wantedcharacters are getting reduced screen time, butBarnes' time off is connected to a storyline about her ex-wife deciding to leave New York with their two childrenafter their divorce. Barnes spends most of “Pig Butchering” denying that she’s upset about her children living far away from her, but it is clear it bothers her.
While she can’t bring her kids home right now, Barnes is able to put all her energy into rescuing Jessie so that she can be reunited with her family.
Barnes' feelings about the loss of her children make her even more determined to save Jessie and the others who are being held against their wills and forced to commit crimes. While she can’t bring her kids home right now, Barnes is able to put her energy into reuniting Jessie with her family. This desire motivates her to disregard Remy’s orders and bring the entire team into an unauthorized investigation, which gets Barnes into trouble at the end ofFBI: Most Wantedseason 6, episode 4.
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FBI: Most Wanted follows a specialized team tasked with apprehending high-profile criminals on the FBI’s Most Wanted list. Led by experienced agents, this mobile undercover unit operates tirelessly in the field, pursuing individuals who are determined to evade justice and ensuring public safety.
