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: The "fighters" in this ring are actually adolescent children , and the operation is run by a group of adults—specifically a "white cabbie cabal"—who bet on the kids instead of fighting themselves.

: Detectives Benson and Stabler initially believe the boy was beaten to death by a school bully, Blake Murphy . [S12E11] Pop

: The episode begins when 10-year-old Ethan Gilbert is found dead on a park carousel. He had recently been dropped off by his uncle, Joe Gilbert. : The "fighters" in this ring are actually

: As the investigation deepens, the detectives discover that Ethan’s injuries weren't from a playground scuffle. Instead, they lead to a bare-knuckle gambling ring . He had recently been dropped off by his uncle, Joe Gilbert

For more details on the cast and plot, you can check the episode's entry on Law and Order Fandom . 225 - Soda (S12E11 Pop) Olympia Dukakis, Drea de Matteo

: Stabler finds himself in a protective "fatherly" role as he navigates the case and attempts to bring the organizers to justice, ultimately clashing with the legal hurdles presented by the District Attorney's office. Key Guest Stars Drea de Matteo as Sandra Gilbert. Olympia Dukakis as Debby Marsh.

The storyline for Season 12, Episode 11, titled " Pop ," involves a tragic murder that uncovers a hidden world of underground fighting among children. Plot Summary