In this episode, the Behavioral Analysis Unit (BAU) is in a state of upheaval. Following the events of the Season 2 finale and the Season 3 premiere, the team is shorthanded:
Despite these internal crises, the remaining members—including Derek Morgan, JJ, Reid, and Garcia—must investigate a serial killer in Milwaukee. Key Plot Details [S3E2] In Birth and Death
For a deeper dive into how this episode fits into the larger narrative of the BAU's most challenging season, you can watch this recap: In this episode, the Behavioral Analysis Unit (BAU)
Smith is a particularly manipulative serial killer who uses his young son to lure women into a false sense of security before abducting and murdering them. In this episode
The killer is Joe Smith, played by guest star Eddie Cibrian .