In the beginning of the episode, Munch laments about the different skeletons he's recently had to investigate after finding yet another. He references episodes "Deception", "Heartbeat" and "Saigon Rose".
Maryland prison chief Richard Latham appeared as himself in this episode. Lanham began his career as a Baltimore police officer. In 1986, he became chief of the Criminal Investigation Division, overseeing 275 supervisors and detectives.The way he ran CID was said to be reflected on "Homicide: Life on the Street." He appeared in this episode and announced his retirement.
The Pimlico Savings and Loans Robbery occurred on September 25, 1987.
Carrie May Reeves was murdered on September 27, 1987.