Ep 9. Roots

In the ninth episode of the tenth season of the popular British crime drama series New Tricks, the team of detectives at UCOS are tasked with investigating the murder of a famous politician's grandson.

The young man, who had been studying anthropology, was found dead in a beautiful park located in London. Along with his body, the detectives found a very rare and valuable artefact from a remote African tribe, which immediately raises questions about the young man's activities and his involvement with the tribe. As the team delves deeper into the investigation, they uncover a complex web of secrets and lies surrounding the young man, his family, and the elusive tribe whose artefact he possessed.

Amidst the investigation, conflict arises between team members as they start to question each other's methods and motives. In particular, Steve and Gerry clash over their different approaches to the case, with Steve being more traditional and Gerry seeking to break the rules to solve the case. Meanwhile, Sasha is trying to keep the team together, but she herself is struggling with personal issues that threaten to derail the investigation.

As the investigation progresses, the team discovers that the young man had been working with the African tribe to help repatriate their stolen artefacts that were being sold in the black market - a noble cause that might have led to his murder. Moreover, they discover that a powerful and corrupt corporation is also involved in the illegal artefact trade, and that the murdered young man might have been a danger to their operations.

The team must navigate their way through the web of lies and corruption, and overcome their own personal challenges, to bring the killers to justice and unravel the mystery surrounding the rare artefact and the murdered young man.

Throughout the episode, the show delivers its signature blend of witty humor, intriguing storyline, and compelling character development. The seasoned cast of actors brings their A-game as always, with special mentions going to Dennis Waterman and Tim McInnerny who deliver standout performances.

Overall, the ninth episode of the tenth season of New Tricks is a must-watch for fans of the show and aficionados of crime dramas alike. With its intricate plot, strong performances and engaging dialogue, it delivers yet another satisfying episode in the series.