Zeke Wallace is a main character of the NBC crime drama series Found. He is a tech expert and digital investigator whose own past experience of being abducted as a child has given him a debilitating case of agoraphobia. He is portrayed by Arlen Escarpeta.
Background[]
Zeke’s role in Found revolves around his tech abilities, which allow the team to locate missing persons and track down leads that might otherwise be unreachable. His agoraphobia presents unique challenges, as Zeke operates exclusively from home. However, he turns this challenge into a strength, using his technological expertise to remain a vital part of Mosely & Associates. He is close to his blue blooded family even though his condition makes it impossible for him to leave his house. Unknown to the public, he funds Moseley & Associates with his family money. Zeke’s character arc highlights his struggle to reconcile his desire to be physically present for his team with his anxiety, offering viewers a portrayal of resilience and adaptability.
Personality[]
Zeke is intelligent, resourceful, and deeply committed to helping the people Mosely & Associates serve. He has a strong sense of justice, using his tech skills to fight for those who are often forgotten by society. Despite his agoraphobia, which keeps him physically isolated, Zeke maintains close connections with his team, providing support and comfort from a distance. He is compassionate and often humorous, using wit to cope with the limitations his anxiety imposes. Beneath his laid-back exterior, Zeke is sensitive and cares deeply for his colleagues, especially Lacey, with whom he shares a special connection.
Known for his impressive hacking skills and his ability to gather essential information from digital sources, Zeke plays a crucial role in helping the team solve complex cases. Despite his agoraphobia, which limits him to working remotely from his home, Zeke’s expertise in digital forensics, data analysis, and cyber investigations makes him invaluable. His unique perspective and skills allow him to unearth hidden connections and provide insights that others might miss, even without being physically present with the team.
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Season 1[]
Zeke's father, Darrell Wallace, pulled strings to get M&A's license reinstated after Mallory from DCPD had it revoked in episode Missing While Scamming.
Season 2[]
Relationships[]
Gabi Mosely[]
Zeke shares a strong bond of trust and respect with Gabi, who believes deeply in his skills and values his contributions. Gabi has a supportive and understanding attitude toward Zeke’s agoraphobia, allowing him to work within his comfort zone. She encourages him, pushing him to overcome his anxieties when possible while respecting his boundaries. Zeke admires Gabi’s dedication and is inspired by her resilience, viewing her as both a leader and a friend. Their relationship is one of mutual encouragement and loyalty, with Zeke willing to go to great lengths to help her in any way he can.
Lacey Quinn[]
Zeke and Lacey share a unique and close relationship, marked by mutual care and understanding. Both characters have faced intense personal challenges, which creates a deep sense of empathy between them. Zeke’s agoraphobia and Lacey’s past trauma allow them to connect on a level that others may not fully understand. Their bond has moments of playfulness and emotional depth, with Zeke offering comfort and protection to Lacey whenever she needs it. As the series progresses, there are hints that their relationship could evolve into something more romantic, as they both care for each other deeply and find solace in one another’s presence. Their connection provides Zeke with a sense of belonging and purpose, while Lacey finds a source of stability and warmth in him.
Margaret Reed[]
Zeke and Margaret have a strong working relationship, with Zeke’s tech skills complementing Margaret’s observational abilities. They rely on each other’s strengths, often exchanging insights and collaborating on cases that require both technical prowess and keen attention to detail. Margaret appreciates Zeke’s skills and the innovative ways he overcomes his agoraphobia to remain a vital part of the team. Zeke, in turn, respects Margaret’s “Margaret Vision” and values her ability to connect the dots that others might miss. Their mutual respect and combined skills make them a formidable investigative duo.
Dhan Rana[]
Zeke and Dhan share a friendly, if contrasting, relationship. Dhan’s role as the “muscle” and field expert complements Zeke’s more cerebral approach, and they frequently rely on each other’s strengths. Although Dhan occasionally teases Zeke about his preference for working from home, he respects Zeke’s skills and dedication. Their interactions reveal a playful camaraderie, with Dhan’s protective nature extending to Zeke despite their physical distance. They trust each other, and Dhan often steps in to provide support when Zeke’s technical work needs reinforcement in the field.
Mark Trent[]
Zeke’s relationship with Trent is primarily professional, with both men sharing a desire for justice, albeit from different perspectives. Trent’s law enforcement background and Zeke’s tech expertise often complement each other, with Trent relying on Zeke’s abilities to uncover information he can’t access through conventional means. Though they may clash at times over methods—Trent being more by-the-book and Zeke more flexible in his approach—they share mutual respect. Zeke’s insights are invaluable to Trent, and Trent’s protective instincts extend to ensuring Zeke’s work is properly utilized and valued.
Hugh "Sir" Evans[]
Zeke has an intense distrust and dislike for Sir, viewing him as a direct threat to his teammates and friends, especially Lacey and Gabi. Sir’s manipulative and taunting nature affects Zeke deeply, as he knows that Sir’s influence is part of what keeps Lacey and Gabi haunted by their past traumas. Zeke uses his tech skills to monitor any trace of Sir, seeing him as an enemy to be contained and countered. His frustration at being unable to directly confront Sir due to his agoraphobia adds a layer of emotional tension, motivating Zeke to work tirelessly behind the scenes to protect his team from Sir’s reach.
Darrell Wallace[]
Zeke’s relationship with his father, Darrell Wallace, is complex and marked by tension due to Darrell’s difficulty understanding Zeke’s struggles with agoraphobia. Darrell, a practical and traditional man, often struggles to relate to Zeke’s reliance on technology and his unconventional work-from-home setup. This disconnect has led to moments of friction between them, with Darrell questioning Zeke’s choices and occasionally viewing his agoraphobia as something Zeke should be able to overcome. Despite this, Zeke deeply respects his father and feels a strong desire to make him proud, even if they don’t always see eye-to-eye. Over time, Darrell has shown moments of support and pride, especially as he begins to understand the impactful role Zeke plays in helping people through Mosely & Associates. Their relationship reflects Zeke’s ongoing journey to balance familial expectations with his own path and challenges.
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