Ep. 3: Section 9 investigates a series of android suicides by targeting the manufacturer.
Aired on November 1, 2002

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Following a string of android suicides, Section 9 launches an investigation into the responsible manufacturer. Section Head Daisuke Aramaki confronts the plant manager to gather information. Simultaneously, Kusanagi and a Tachikoma conduct a covert operation to hack into the facility's database. This dual approach allows the team to uncover details about the androids while Aramaki applies pressure on the company leadership. The investigation aims to determine the cause behind the sudden deaths and identify any underlying issues within the manufacturing process or the androids themselves.
Episodes
- Ep. 1 · Section 9 Responds to Hostage Situation Involving Android Geisha and Undercover Investigation
- Ep. 2 · Unknown hijacker controls heavy-assault multiped tank causing destruction in Niihama
- Ep. 3 · Section 9 investigates a series of android suicides by targeting the manufacturer.
- Ep. 4 · Togusa investigates the murder of Yamaguchi linked to The Laughing Man case
- Ep. 5 · Section 9 suspects police investigators are manipulating the Laughing Man suspect.
- Ep. 6 · Kusanagi suspects The Laughing Man inserted a virus into police units guarding the Superintendent General.
- Ep. 7 · Authorities Monitor Marcelo Jarti's Regular Visits to Japan