The Malibu Standoff
Dr. DeathThis flow traces the final confrontation as Alex and Milo approach Ulrich's hideout and Fusco intervenes.
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A Cabin Discovered

A Remote Destination
Directions from Kris
Kris Lamplear tells Milo about the sisters' cabin in the Malibu hills.
A Likely Hideout
Ulrich's BMW and Tanya's car are found beside the isolated building.
Surveillance Begins

Two Detectives Wait
A Cautious Approach
Milo and Alex hide among trees and watch the front door rather than announce themselves.
A Dog Notices
Duchess nearly detects them, but Tanya calls the dog back inside.
The Medical Bag

Evidence in Plain Sight
Ulrich Retrieves It
Ulrich takes a black leather doctor's bag from his car and conceals it when Tanya appears.
A Telling Reaction
Tanya turns away from his attempted affection, while Ulrich's expression hardens.
Fusco Fires

A Shot from Above
The Ridge Position
A rifle shot comes from the pine-covered ridge behind Ulrich.
The Killer Falls
Fusco's bullets strike Ulrich and end his life before Milo can intervene.
The Search Finds Nothing

An Empty Ridge
Deputies Search
Sheriffs and police search the wooded slopes for the shooter.
A Clean Exit
No trace leads to Fusco, whose preparation and knowledge allow him to disappear.
The morning after Alex identifies Ulrich
Shortly after arriving at the cabin
Minutes before the shooting
Moments later
The hour after the shooting