Shetland Season 10 Episode 1 Recap
BBC One's popular crime drama, Shetland Season 10, opened with a gripping murder case in the small village of Lunniswick. In the premiere episode, DI Ruth Calder and Tosh investigate the death of Eadie Tulloch, a former social worker found strangled and tied up behind her home.
The Murder Investigation
The victim, Eadie Tulloch, was discovered by her neighbor Colin Waite, who alerted the police. It was revealed she had died several days before her body was found. As DI Calder and Tosh delved into Eadie's life, suspects quickly emerged including neighbors, her son, and outsiders, complicating the case.
Key Characters and Developments
- Eadie Tulloch – Former social worker and murder victim.
- Colin Waite – Neighbor who reported the crime.
- Sgt Billy McCabe – Aware of Eadie's death and emotionally affected, having been close to Eadie and her late husband Robert.
- Will Louden – Informer who disappears after providing drug-related information about a fishing boat.
"Eadie was found tied and strangled to death behind her house; she had died days before Colin found her."
Sgt Billy McCabe felt deeply affected and guilty for not looking after Eadie following the death of his friend Robert, Eadie's husband.
Summary
The episode sets a tense and complex crime investigation in motion, with a growing list of suspects and hidden connections among the Lunniswick residents.
Author’s Note
This episode skillfully combines emotional depth with a twisting murder mystery, highlighting the far-reaching impact of hidden secrets within a tight-knit community.