The recent teasers and trailers appear to overlook this major event from the New Blood finale.
July is shaping up to be an amazing month for Dexter fans, as America’s favorite antihero returns in Dexter: Resurrection — a brand-new series that’s officially confirmed not to be a miniseries. Unlike its predecessor, Dexter: New Blood, this next chapter is set to dive even deeper into the dark legacy of Dexter Morgan, picking up shortly after the shocking events of the previous series finale.
A Shocking Ending That Changed Everything
When the Dexter: New Blood finale aired in January 2022, it was meant to serve as the final word on Dexter’s story — complete with a controversial ending that saw him meet his apparent demise at the hands of his own son, Harrison. But what truly drove Harrison to confront and ultimately kill his father in the frozen woods of Iron Lake?
The breaking point was Dexter’s accidental killing of Sergeant Logan (Alano Miller) during an attempted escape from custody at the Iron Lake Police Department. It was a moment that stunned audiences — not only because of its brutality, but because it marked a severe violation of Dexter’s long-standing code.
How It Happened: Dexter Breaks the Code
The sequence unfolded after Iron Lake's Chief of Police, Angela Bishop, arrested Dexter (aka “Jim Lindsay”) on suspicion of murdering Matt Caldwell — and possibly being the infamous Bay Harbor Butcher. While Angela investigated Kurt Caldwell’s bunker, Dexter remained in a jail cell under Logan’s watch.
Dexter asked Logan for water. When Logan approached, Dexter suddenly headbutted him into the cell bars, then locked him in a chokehold. Logan resisted and reached for his sidearm. In a desperate move to escape, Dexter broke Logan’s neck. He then took the cell keys, made a call to Harrison, and fled to the white deer site.
The scene marked a turning point — a moment when Dexter’s carefully crafted moral code shattered, leaving fans questioning whether redemption was even possible anymore.
Dexter: Resurrection — Ignoring the Consequences?
What’s puzzling is that based on teaser footage and plot details from Dexter: Resurrection, there appears to be little to no fallout from Logan’s death. In fact, we see Dexter in a coma at the Seneca Nation Clinic in Iron Lake, yet he’s not handcuffed, and there’s no police presence in sight. According to Episode 1’s synopsis, he remains in a coma for a full 10 weeks — but why isn’t he under arrest?
This raises a crucial question: Why is Dexter Morgan still a free man after murdering a police sergeant inside a police department?
One theory? There may have been no eyewitnesses. Logan was the only one present during the incident, and in a small, sleepy town like Iron Lake, the lack of surveillance footage isn’t out of the question. Still, it’s hard to believe no one would follow up on such a high-profile crime.
Who Will Take the Blame for Sergeant Logan’s Death?
With Dexter: Resurrection rewriting the rules, some fans are wondering: Could someone else take the fall for Logan’s death? Or — in a bold twist — could the show retcon Logan’s death entirely?
While the latter seems unlikely, it’s certainly plausible that the writers may shift blame elsewhere, especially with Dexter escaping to New York City and apparently no longer using an alias. If that’s the case, the show may be preparing for a major reveal regarding who took the fall — or who covered it up.
Let’s not forget two key characters: Angela Bishop and Teddy Reed, both of whom were present at the Iron Lake PD that night. Surprisingly, Angela’s return in Dexter: Resurrection is still unconfirmed, while Teddy’s comeback has been officially announced. Could Teddy play a role in shaping the new narrative around Logan’s death?
Cast Your Vote:
So now we turn the question over to you, the fans:
Who will take the blame for Sergeant Logan’s death in Dexter: New Blood?
Will Dexter face justice, or will someone else be thrown under the bus?
Drop your predictions in the comments and make your voice heard by voting in the poll below!