The crime thriller Hunter with a Scalpel has gripped viewers with its intense storyline and psychological twists. Episodes 2, 3, and 4, released on June 17, 18, and 19, deepen the mystery surrounding Seo Se-hyun’s serial killer father and a new wave of murders.
Se-hyun, a genius forensic expert, is haunted by her father’s crimes. She thought he was dead, but clues suggest he is alive and watching her. The latest episodes reveal shocking connections between past and present killings, pushing Se-hyun closer to a terrifying truth.
Episode 2 Recap: A Murder That Mirrors the Past
The second episode starts with detective Jung Jung-hyun questioning Yoon Jo-kyun about a hit-and-run suspect. When Se-hyun’s name comes up, Yoon grows uneasy. She joins Jung-hyun at a new crime scene, sensing eerie similarities to an old case.
Se-hyun argues with her colleague Oh Min-ho, who wants to close the Nam Seung-hyup investigation. Meanwhile, Min-ho is followed by a suspicious figure and later found fatally wounded in his apartment. Se-hyun also visits her bedridden mother, uncovering disturbing old memories.
The episode ends with a young girl dragging a luggage bag containing a body—hinting at deeper horrors.
Episode 3 Recap: Threads That Connect the Killings
Episode 3 opens with a flashback of young Se-hyun covered in blood, raising questions about her past. A new victim is found dismembered and bound with thread, matching Min-ho’s murder method.
Se-hyun discovers a hidden thread inside the body and confirms the victim is Min-ho. Toxicology reports reveal Pencronium, a muscle relaxant used in the killings. Police arrest a suspect, but Se-hyun finds a fingerprint on tape, suggesting the real killer is still free.
Episode 4 Recap: A Wrong Arrest and a Hidden Threat
In episode 4, Se-hyun faces false accusations from a neighbor before learning police have arrested a suspect in the farmland murder. She visits the station, hoping for answers, but realizes they have the wrong man.
Meanwhile, footage from the night of Min-ho’s death shows a shadowy figure sitting behind him. The episode ends chillingly as Yoon Jo-kyun attacks a woman at a laundry shop, proving he remains a deadly threat.
The next episodes (5 to 8) will air from June 23 to 26 on Disney+ and U+mobiletv. Fans are eager to see if Se-hyun can outsmart her father before he strikes again.
Park Ju-hyun on her role:“It’s a bold project that doesn’t hold back. The unfiltered nature makes it more thrilling.”
Park Yong-woo on his character:“Yoon Jo-kyun believes his twisted obsession is love. He wants to prove himself through his crimes.”
The series continues to deliver suspense, with Se-hyun and Jung-hyun’s partnership becoming key to solving the case. Will they catch the real killer before it’s too late?
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