Hamish MacBeth

Hamish has his hands full dealing with two cases - a salt theft from a local grocery store, and the disappearance of the local wife abuser, Geordie Robb.

Hamish is asked to keep the peace when tensions arise as a newcomer, Vicky Jeffreys, tries to teach the villagers about their own "traditional" heritage and takes over events at the Lochdubh day celebrations.

Hamish investigates a burglary at Major Maclean's residence, but suspects he is faking the incident to claim the insurance money. However, DI Bruce is determined to catch a gang he suspects are responsible.

Hamish sets out to expose the poor dealings of local bank manager Cameron Dicks, who seeks to bankrupt Duncan Soutar. When Hamish's cheques also bounce, he joins the village production of West Side Story.

Hamish tries to track down two escaped convicts whom he believes ran over and killed his dog Wee Jock. Suspecting these actions may result in murder, the townsfolk set out to find him before he reaches boiling point.

Hamish decides to join a famous tour guide on a mountain trek through the steep Scottish hillsides, suspecting that trouble may arise. When he is led into a dangerous situation, his fears are proven correct.