Ep 5. Coal Miner's Slaughter

Jessica Fletcher finds herself in the small town of West Virginia, where she is invited by the owner of a local coal mining company to attend their annual charity dinner. The dinner is being held to raise money for the widows and children of miners who have been killed in various accidents over the years.

As Jessica arrives at the event, she quickly learns that tensions are high in the town, as a group of miners have been protesting against the mining company, claiming that they are not providing adequate safety measures for the workers. The company's response to the protests has only added fuel to the fire, as they have hired private security to keep the protesters away from the mine.

The dinner starts off well enough, with Jessica meeting several of the locals and learning about the history of the town and the mining industry. However, things take a turn for the worse when one of the company's executives is found dead in the bathroom. The man has been brutally beaten, and it soon becomes clear that someone at the dinner is responsible for the murder.

Jessica quickly takes on the role of amateur detective, using her keen powers of observation and deduction to piece together the clues and uncover the truth behind the murder. As she delves deeper into the investigation, she discovers that everyone at the dinner has a motive for wanting the executive dead, including the CEO of the company, who stands to gain a lot from the man's death.

As the investigation continues, Jessica finds herself uncovering dark secrets about the mining industry in West Virginia, including evidence of corruption, unsafe working conditions, and environmental damage. With the help of the local police chief, Jessica works tirelessly to solve the case and bring the killer to justice, all while trying to navigate the treacherous waters of small-town politics and corporate greed.

In the end, Jessica is able to identify the culprit and reveal the truth behind the murder, but not before putting herself in grave danger. As she bids farewell to the town and its residents, she reflects on the importance of speaking up for what is right, even in the face of immense pressure and opposition.