Ep 17. In Wolf's Clothing

In Wolf's Clothing is the seventeenth episode of the third season of City Homicide, an Australian police procedural drama series. The show follows a team of detectives working in the Homicide and Serial Crime division of the Melbourne (Australia) police department as they investigate and solve complex murder cases.

In this episode, the team investigates the murder of a fashion designer named Carla Berzinski, who is found dead in her boutique. The case takes a complicated turn when Detective Nick Buchanan discovers that Carla was a transgender woman, and there is evidence that she had been struggling to hide her identity from her professional and personal circles.

As the detectives dig deeper, they encounter a web of secrets and lies involving Carla’s ex-partner and business associate, who is also her former best friend, and a flamboyant fashion celebrity who had once used Carla as a muse but had fallen out with her. The investigation also leads them to a group of rival fashion designers who are fiercely competitive and willing to do whatever it takes to get ahead in the industry.

Meanwhile, the personal lives of the detectives intersect with the case in different ways. Detective Jennifer Mapplethorpe struggles with her own identity and the fear of being judged by her colleagues, while Detective Simon Joyner deals with the aftermath of a violent confrontation with a suspect. Detective Stanley Wolfe shows his softer side as he reaches out to help a witness.

The standoff between the detectives and the suspects leads to dramatic confrontations and surprising revelations that shed light on the motives behind the murder and the characters’ hidden agendas. The episode builds up to a climactic scene where the killer is finally revealed, and the detectives must race against time to prevent further harm.

In Wolf's Clothing is a compelling episode that deals with themes of identity, gender, and acceptance, as well as the dark side of the fashion industry. The show is notable for its strong performances by the ensemble cast, the authentic depiction of police work, and the intricate plot twists that lead to satisfying resolutions. It is a must-see for fans of crime dramas and anyone who enjoys a good mystery.