
An elite squad of FBI profilers analyzes the country's most-twisted criminal minds, anticipating the perpetrators' next moves before they can strike again. Each member of the "mind hunter" team brings his or her expertise to pinpoint predators' motivations and identify emotional triggers to stop them. The core group includes an official profiler who is highly skilled at getting into the minds of criminals, a quirky genius, the former media liaison who manages to adeptly balance family life and the job, and a computer wizard.

The team must investigate targeted killings in Florida while each member is dealing with feelings about losing Prentiss.

When Reid fears his mother has been abducted, he asks the BAU to investigate while he's stuck in prison.

A stalker in San Diego targets college students; Strauss scrutinizes the team after the loss of Prentiss.

Morgan brings the BAU new information in the case against Mr. Scratch, a serial killer and escaped convict who has been wreaking havoc on the team.