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FBI teams up with Navajo Tribal Police in 'Dark Winds' investigation
Leaphorn, Manuelito, and Chee work with the FBI to find Billie and stop a dangerous assassin in Los Angeles
Mar. 16, 2026 at 2:07am
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In the latest episode of 'Dark Winds', the Navajo Tribal Police cross paths with the FBI as they search for Billie and try to stop the assassin Irene. Leaphorn is attacked and has his gun taken by mysterious men, leading him to believe they may have been FBI agents. Chee goes undercover again as 'Mike Garcia' to work with the criminal Sonny, while Leaphorn and Manuelito team up with FBI Agent Shaw to investigate a previous agent's death. Meanwhile, Irene continues to lurk in the shadows, watching the investigation unfold.
Why it matters
The collaboration between the Navajo Tribal Police and the FBI highlights the complex jurisdictional issues and cultural divides that can arise when different law enforcement agencies work together, especially on a high-stakes case involving a dangerous assassin. The story also explores the personal struggles of the main characters as they navigate their relationships and deal with the emotional trauma of their past.
The details
After Leaphorn is attacked and has his gun taken, he realizes the men may have been FBI agents. Chee goes undercover again as 'Mike Garcia' to work with the criminal Sonny, while Leaphorn and Manuelito team up with FBI Agent Shaw to investigate a previous agent's death. They discover clues that point to the assassin Irene, who is watching their investigation from a distance. Chee also has a disturbing flashback related to a traumatic event from his past in Los Angeles.
- Leaphorn was attacked and had his gun taken in the early morning hours.
- Chee goes undercover as 'Mike Garcia' later that same day.
- Leaphorn, Manuelito, and Agent Shaw investigate the previous agent's death that same afternoon.
The players
Joe Leaphorn
A veteran Navajo Tribal Police officer who is investigating the disappearance of his niece and nephew, Billie and Leroy.
Jim Chee
A Navajo Tribal Police officer who goes undercover as 'Mike Garcia' to work with the criminal Sonny in an effort to find Billie.
Bernadette Manuelito
A Navajo Tribal Police officer who teams up with Leaphorn and the FBI to investigate the case.
Toby Shaw
An FBI agent who wants to join forces with the Navajo Tribal Police to find the assassin Irene and solve the case.
Irene Vaggan
A dangerous assassin who is being pursued by the Navajo Tribal Police and the FBI.
What they’re saying
“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”
— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)
“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”
— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.
The takeaway
This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.
