[s20e12] Dear Ben 〈TOP-RATED〉

Reviewers on Reddit note that the plot is a close adaptation of the capture of the Golden State Killer (Joseph James DeAngelo).

A standout element mentioned by viewers is the "infinity rapist" tactic—placing plates on a male partner's back to ensure they don't move while the crime is committed, a detail taken directly from the real-life EAR/ONS cases. [S20E12] Dear Ben

The title refers to Ben Stone , the original Executive Assistant District Attorney from Law & Order . The episode follows his son, Peter Stone, as he investigates a decades-old cold case his father once worked on. Reviewers on Reddit note that the plot is

Mariska Hargitay, Ice-T, Kelli Giddish, Peter Scanavino, and Philip Winchester as Peter Stone The episode follows his son, Peter Stone, as

Watch this discussion on the legacy of Ben Stone and how it intersects with his son's journey in this episode:

The episode of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit is widely discussed for its strong emotional ties to the franchise's history and its "ripped from the headlines" inspiration. Key Highlights & Reviews

Critics and fans often highlight this episode as essential for understanding Peter Stone's character, particularly his complex, distant relationship with his father. Episode Details Air Date: January 17, 2019 Director: Jean de Segonzac