: The episode ends on a haunting note as Frank Sobotka walks alone to a meeting under the Key Bridge with The Greek and Vondas, unaware that they already know he is a potential informant and intend to kill him. Thematic Analysis
: The episode highlights how bureaucracy and corruption (specifically the FBI mole) protect powerful international criminals while crushing local labor leaders like Frank.
The Wire, Season 2, Episode 11: "Bad Dreams" (Newbies edition)
: In a parallel storyline, Omar Little is manipulated by Stringer Bell into shooting Brother Mouzone, only to realize mid-confrontation that he has been lied to.
: The investigation is compromised by Agent Fitzhugh , whose reports are leaked by a mole in the FBI to "The Greek." This leak alerts the criminal organization that Frank is considering a plea deal to protect his son, Ziggy, and nephew, Nick.
: The FBI and local police execute massive raids, arresting Frank Sobotka and his associate Horseface. Meanwhile, Herc and Carver raid Nick Sobotka’s home, finding heroin and a large sum of cash.