Ep 1. Bermondsey Boy
- TV14
- August 18, 2014
- 52 min
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7.3 (177)
In New Tricks season 11 episode 1, titled "Bermondsey Boy," viewers are introduced to the team's newest recruit, DCI Sasha Miller, as she leads the investigation into a 30-year-old murder case. The victim, a young boxer from Bermondsey named Eddie Chapman, was brutally killed in the early 1980s and the case has remained unsolved ever since.
As Sasha and the rest of the team begin their investigation, they discover that the case is more complex than they initially thought. They soon learn that Eddie was involved in illegal activities, including drug trafficking and selling stolen goods. They also discover that he was involved in a love triangle with two other people, both of whom have since disappeared.
With the help of Eddie's former boxing coach and an old friend who was in prison with him, the team tracks down several key witnesses and suspects. Along the way, they uncover new evidence that helps to piece together the events leading up to Eddie's murder and the identities of those responsible.
As the investigation progresses, tensions rise within the team. Sasha, who is new to the group, clashes with some of the others over their unorthodox methods and refusal to follow protocol. However, as they work together to solve the case, they begin to develop a newfound respect for each other.
In the end, the team is able to solve the murder of Eddie Chapman, bringing closure to his family and justice to those involved. Along the way, they also learn more about each other and what it means to work as a team.
Overall, "Bermondsey Boy" is a thrilling and engaging episode that showcases the strengths of the New Tricks series. With a complex and intriguing murder case, strong character development, and some unexpected twists and turns, it's a must-watch for fans of the show and anyone who loves a good mystery.