Ep 3. Runaways

Hetty Wainthropp Investigates season 2 episode 3, titled "Runaways", follows Hetty, a private detective, as she investigates the disappearance of two teenage runaways.

The episode begins with Hetty receiving a phone call from a young girl named Kerry, who has recently run away from her foster home with her friend, Tommy. Hetty agrees to help them and they arrange to meet at a local railway station. However, when Hetty arrives, she discovers that Kerry has been kidnapped and Tommy is missing.

Hetty begins her investigation by speaking to Kerry's foster mother, who reveals that Kerry had been acting out of character and was potentially involved with a rough crowd. Hetty then tracks down the last person to see the teenagers, a young man named Adam who had given them a lift. Adam proves elusive and Hetty begins to suspect that he may be hiding something.

As she delves deeper into the case, Hetty uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal, and eventually discovers the shocking truth behind the teenagers' disappearance. Along the way, Hetty must also confront her own morality and ethics as she grapples with the choices that led the teenagers to run away in the first place.

"Runaways" is a gripping episode that explores the difficult realities of teenage life and the lengths that parents, caregivers, and friends will go to protect those they love. Hetty's cunning and determination, combined with her keen sense of empathy, make her the perfect detective to unravel this complex case and bring the runaways home. With its engaging storyline and powerful performances, "Runaways" is a must-watch for fans of the mystery genre.