The Enforcer

A determined prosecutor who suspects there is more to the case than the initial testimony. He pieces together clues, pushes for new leads, and uses strategic pressure to elicit confessions, all while protecting the potential witness Angela. His calm, methodical approach hides a willingness to bend procedure in service of justice.

A practical police captain who partners with Ferguson to reexamine the evidence. He coordinates the force, oversees interrogations, and balances urgency with procedure. He becomes a steady counterweight to the more aggressive investigative tactics.

A calculating contract killer who orchestrates murders via hired intermediaries. He knows the pattern of crime and keeps his own safety in mind, offering to testify only after securing protection. His control of violent acts makes him the central thread tying the crimes together.

The crime boss behind the murders, orchestrating killings to maintain power. He remains cool and composed, relying on legal defense and loyal henchmen to shield his empire. His real influence lies behind the scenes, manipulating events from the shadows.

A small-time gangster drawn into a web of murder and coercion. His actions escalate the case, and his eventual suicide underscores the pressure-cooker environment of street crime. He embodies the doomed, impulsive figure at the heart of the crime spree.

A heavy-hitter in the underworld who initially resists talking before being pressured. His reluctant confession helps point investigators toward Rico’s operations. He represents a bridge between the mid-level gang and the unseen mastermind.

A contract victim whose true identity becomes a pivotal clue. Her real name and past connections to the crime network reveal the fragile line between the people the cops chase and the people they protect. Her murder triggers the cascade of revelations that drive the investigation.

Nina's roommate who reveals crucial information about Nina’s true identity. Her testimony helps peel back the layers of misdirection surrounding the case. She becomes a key witness whose observations shape the direction of Ferguson's investigation.

A witness linked to the early murder cases who, with his daughter Angela, witnessed Mendoza’s first killing. His information pulls the investigation toward Mendoza’s inner circle and the initial cover-ups. He represents the civilian perspective that the mob seeks to silence.

A pivotal witness whose real identity matters to the case, and who ultimately connects the threads of Nina Lombardo’s cover story to Mendoza's crimes. Her safety and testimony become central to ensuring justice.