The episode centers on a string of attacks against Lana Lang and Jason Teague by an unseen assailant. Due to her history of obsession and teleportation powers, Alicia Baker is immediately branded as the prime suspect by the town—and eventually by Clark himself. Key plot developments include:
It is revealed that Tim Westcott, a student with sand-manipulation powers, is the real culprit. Seeking to "purify" the town, he murders Alicia and hangs her in a barn. [S4E12] Pariah
first time watching- S4E12 generally get me angry, is it just me? The episode centers on a string of attacks
Driven by profound grief and rage, Clark nearly kills Tim Westcott before being talked down by Lois Lane. Core Themes and Impact a student with sand-manipulation powers