Dexter's Longtime Ally Batista Meets Tragic End in "Resurrection"

The latest episode of "Dexter: Resurrection" has brought an end to the long-running character of Angel Batista, Dexter's longtime ally. According to the article, Batista's death marks the conclusion of his impressive run as the only character other than Dexter to appear across the entire "Dexter" franchise, including the original series, "Dexter: New Blood," and the recently canceled prequel "Dexter: Original Sin."

Despite the finality of Batista's exit, the actor who portrayed him, David Zayas, was supportive of the decision, in part because he believes Batista's presence in the "Dexter" universe can continue even after his death. Zayas notes that "you don't have to be alive to be on the show," referring to Dexter's habit of communicating with hallucinations of his deceased family, friends, and victims.

In the episode, Batista's pursuit of Dexter as the Bay Harbor Butcher leads him into a deadly confrontation. Thinking he was warning Dexter's associates about their association with the serial killer, Batista is instead kidnapped and strapped to Dexter's signature kill table. While Dexter ultimately spares Batista's life, the former police officer meets a violent end when he is riddled with bullets by Dexter's associates.

Batista's final words to Dexter, denying him closure and forgiveness, are said to have shaken the serial killer's worldview. As Dexter ponders, "There's no coming back from this," the episode sets the stage for what's to come in the "Dexter" universe.