S2·E2 Strangler's Wood

Episode recap

In the second episode of the second season of Midsomer Murders, a series of unsolved murders from nine years prior resurface in Midsomer Worthy. A new death, which follows the same pattern as the previous murders, leads to fears that the serial killer is back in business.

Barnaby and Troy investigate the new murder, which takes place in the woods, and review the old files from the original case. Their investigation leads to further discoveries, as more bodies are found, all of which are linked to the original murders.

The case is complex, and the detectives must navigate the past and present to uncover the truth behind the murders. The peacefulness of the Midsomer community is disrupted by the violent crimes, and the detectives must work to bring the perpetrator to justice.

The episode is part of the ongoing series, which focuses on various murder cases that take place within small country villages across the fictional English county of Midsomer. The series explores the efforts of the senior police detective and his partner as they work to solve the complex and often bizarre crimes that occur in the county.