CSI: Miami Timeline ( Real )

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September 23, 2002

CSI: Miami Premieres

The TV show CSI: Miami premiered on CBS, introducing viewers to the crime-solving team led by Horatio Caine.

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2006

Season 5 Airs

The fifth season of CSI: Miami aired, continuing the popular crime drama series with new episodes and storylines.

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April 8, 2012

Show Ends After 10 Seasons

CSI: Miami ended its run on CBS after ten successful seasons, concluding the series in which forensic investigators solved crimes in Miami.

CSI: Miami Timeline ( Fictional )

team-formation
Early 2000s

Team Formation

Horatio Caine establishes the CSI team in Miami to solve crimes with scientific methods.

case
2002

First Major Case

The Miami CSI team investigates their first high-profile case involving a serial killer targeting women.

team-change
2003

Eric Delko Joins the Team

Undercover specialist and underwater recovery expert Eric Delko officially becomes part of the Miami CSI unit.

personal-drama
2004

Horatio Loses His Wife Marisol to a Serial Killer

In a tragic case, Horatio's wife Marisol is killed, deeply impacting him and the team.

team-change
2004

Calleigh Duquesne Becomes a Team Member

Ballistics expert Calleigh Duquesne joins the team and quickly proves her expertise.

case
2005

Case Involving a Corrupt Judge

The team uncovers corruption at the highest levels, investigating a judge involved in illegal activities.

case
2006

Eric Delko's Undercover Operations

Eric Delko conducts multiple undercover missions, risking his life to apprehend dangerous criminals.

team-change
2006

Alexx Woods Joins the Team as Medical Examiner

Dr. Alexx Woods becomes the compassionate medical examiner supporting the team.

personal-drama
2007

Tragic FBI Agent Death

The team mourns the loss of a close FBI agent ally, who died during a joint operation.

case
2008

Team Battles Drug Cartel

The CSI team leads an investigation that dismantles a large drug cartel operating in Miami.

personal-drama
2009

Horatio's Leadership Challenged

Internal department politics threaten Horatio's position as the CSI team leader.

team-change
2010

Natalie Norwood Joins as Assistant Supervisor

Natalie Norwood is appointed assistant supervisor, aiding Horatio in leadership duties.

case
2012

Final Major Case Solved

The team solves their most complex case involving a network of international criminals.

team-change
2013

Team Disbands Temporarily

Due to department restructuring, the team disbands for a brief period before reuniting.