Birth And Death - [s3e2] In

has gone missing (effectively leaving the team). Aaron Hotchner has been suspended. Emily Prentiss has resigned (though she later returns).

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. [S3E2] In Birth and Death

The killer is Joe Smith, played by guest star Eddie Cibrian . has gone missing (effectively leaving the team)

The title "In Birth and Death" is often used as an alternative or descriptive title for of the crime drama Criminal Minds , which is officially titled " In Name and Blood ." Episode Summary: "In Name and Blood" Smith is a particularly manipulative serial killer who

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 addition to Eddie Cibrian, the episode features Gordon Clapp.