
A dedicated group of forensic investigators at the Las Vegas Crime Lab works to solve often-grisly crimes in Sin City. Heading up the graveyard shift (an appropriate term in this case) is supervisor D.B. Russell, a "Left Coast" Sherlock Holmes who devours crime novels. Members of Russell's team include Julie Finlay, Nick Stokes, Sara Sidle (the team's moral compass), Greg Sanders and Morgan Brody. The investigative team works closely with Capt. Jim Brass -- a seasoned detective who is a protector of CSI -- Dr. Al Robbins -- medical examiner -- and quirky lab technician David Hodges. Previous leaders of the group include Gil Grissom and Dr. Ray Langston.

Following a surprising winning streak at a small casino, a homeless man runs out of luck and meets his demise.

A body is discovered during torrential rain in Vegas; Sanders is accused of framing a man for murder seven years ago.

A dead man is found inside a human-size hamster ball; the team collaborates on a serial rapist investigation.

When two people are stabbed at a local motel, the incident resembles two previous crimes that occurred in the same location.