Ritchie Coster is a very underrated actor. He seems to have found his niche in being a serious criminal. In this case, he is so scary it is hard to watch at times. O very sinister and pure evil. Even Hannibal Lecter wasn't this bad. It's in Ritchie's eyes and his facial expressions. He doesn't have to say much, his face says it all. His first attorney in this episode is terrified of him, and as you watch the character develop, you understand exactly why. Coster should have received an Emmy for this performance. He was outstanding and makes everyone else look like amateurs. L & O was a good series with some great episodes. This one is probably one of the best ever because of Coster's portrayal. WOW!