As described in the show’s official synopsis, “In the aftermath of a crime, while the police secure the area, the body is handled by the death investigator, a representative from the medical examiner’s office. With over 20 years of experience and more than 5,500 death investigations under her belt, Butcher dives into the narratives of some of the most captivating murder cases of our era, uncovering that crucial clues to resolving the investigation often lie within the detailed information hidden at the crime scene and within the body itself.”

This season features 10 different cases, including the shocking ambush of a daring Las Vegas journalist outside his residence, puzzling forensic contradictions found with a body abandoned in a New York City tunnel, and a gripping pursuit to identify a victim discovered in the East River.