Midsomer Murders season 6 episode 3 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

In Midsomer Florey, Linda is pressured to complete a task involving a strongroom receipt. She struggles with a dog that snatches her bag during the incident. At the Causton Watercolour Society, Joyce, the new member, feels nervous. Major Teal recounts witnessing a bag-snatching, noting the victim didn't report it. Tension escalates between Tony and Linda over the missing receipt. Ruth Fairfax, disguised as an older woman, is murdered, revealing her true identity as a young undercover officer. Suspicion falls on local handyman Mike Wetherby, but doubts arise about his guilt. The plot thickens with connections to a past robbery, hinting at deeper secrets in Midsomer Florey.

Full Episode S06E03 Recap

### Scene: Linda's Urgent Task - A vehicle approaches, whistling heard. - Linda is urged to hurry up with her task. - She confirms bringing the strongroom receipt. - Linda is told to return quickly. ### Scene: Unexpected Dog Encounter - Tony instructs Linda to leave immediately. - Linda encounters a dog that grabs her bag. - She struggles to retrieve the bag from the dog. - An elderly man tries to help but is pushed away by Linda. ### Scene: The Causton Watercolour Society - Joyce looks for her brushes and interacts with another member about her nervousness. - Joyce is introduced as a new member at the Causton Watercolour Society. - The setting is picturesque Midsomer Florey. - Barrett Filby challenges the members to find a unique perspective for their paintings. ### Scene: Major Teal's Encounter - Major Teal shares his experience of witnessing a bag-snatching incident. - Sergeant Troy, in charge of Operation Pondlife, takes a statement from Major Teal. - The conversation reveals that the victim of the mugging hasn't reported the theft. ### Scene: Tessa Hawksley's Remarks - Joyce meets Tessa Hawksley, who shares her thoughts about Ann Carter. - They discuss the changes in their personal lives, including Tessa's husband's early retirement. ### Scene: Confrontation with Ruth Fairfax - Tony Carter is seen arguing with Linda about the missing strongroom receipt. - Linda assures Tony she's working for their mutual benefit. ### Scene: Ruth Fairfax's Murder - Ruth Fairfax, disguised as an old woman, is found stabbed in Midsomer Florey. - DCI Barnaby investigates the scene and discovers Ruth's true identity as a young woman in disguise. ### Scene: Uncovering Ruth Fairfax's Secret - It's revealed that Ruth Fairfax was actually DC Angela Browning, an undercover officer. - Barnaby suspects her murder is connected to her investigation. ### Scene: Tony and Linda's Tension - Tony and Linda's relationship is strained due to the pressure of their situation. - Linda reassures Tony of her commitment to their plan. ### Scene: The Arrest of Mike Wetherby - Mike Wetherby, a local handyman, is arrested for Ruth's murder based on circumstantial evidence. - Barnaby and Troy express doubts about the arrest's validity. ### Scene: Discovery of the Money - Barnaby learns about a large sum of money related to a past robbery, possibly connected

Frequently Asked Questions

What was Linda's task at the beginning of the scene?

Linda was tasked with bringing the strongroom receipt.

Who encountered a dog while carrying a bag?

Linda encountered a dog that grabbed her bag.

What society is Joyce a new member of?

Joyce is a new member of the Causton Watercolour Society.

Where is the Causton Watercolour Society meeting held?

The meeting is held in picturesque Midsomer Florey.

Who witnessed a bag-snatching incident?

Major Teal witnessed a bag-snatching incident. Q

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