As the squad celebrates the birth of Rollins and Carisi's child, another child goes missing in broad daylight.
The SVU searches for a pattern assailant before his crimes escalate to murder. Fin must contend with a suspect's aggrieved son. Carisi is pressured to close the case quickly to ease public concern.
A cryptic message sends SVU on a new track to find Maddie. Benson tries to help a federal agent when the case hits too close to home.
The SVU helps a man come to terms with being victimized. Benson tries to support a victim's family when tragedy strikes twice.
The squad is on edge as Carisi waits for a verdict in Maddie's kidnapping case. Benson tries to help the Flynn family pick up the pieces of their broken life.