The relationship between a young criminal and a middle-aged widow causes a number of problems for the Matlock police during an investigation into a car yard breaking, and an assault on Constable McKenzie.
Sly grog and prostitution at an old De-Licenced pub causes the Matlock police a number of unexpected headaches.
Police investigations lead to a backyard abortion racket when a woman is found unconscious in her car.
Three young women fall victim to a sexual pervert and are assaulted. The prime suspect is a 17-year-old boy who has grown up in almost complete isolation in a remote area of Matlock.