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: A caller posing as a police officer would convince restaurant managers to conduct invasive strip searches on employees or customers under the guise of an investigation.

: Rook orchestrates a massive public "freeze" at Grand Central Terminal, mocking the police and showcasing his ability to lead a crowd. [S9E17] Authority

The episode's opening scene is "ripped from the headlines," specifically inspired by a series of that occurred across the U.S. starting in the late 90s. : A caller posing as a police officer

For a deeper dive, you can read the full recap of the episode’s plot and tropes on or explore the historical context of the "sheep" metaphor on Medium . Law & Order SVU — s9e17 Authority | by FauxCrimeInTime [S9E17] Authority