The death of Albie Kinsella's father has a disturbing effect on him and soon after, he kills an Asian newsagent.

With all the hallmarks of a racist attack, the police fail to make any headway. Meanwhile, criminal psychologist Fitz is trying to put some order into his personal life and, after sorting out his differences with DCI Bilborough, becomes embroiled in the case.

Albie is intent on killing the same number of victims as died in the Hillsborough football tragedy, and targets a freelance female reporter.

DS Beck stumbles upon him, but makes a tragic misjudgement, leaving Albie free to stab DCI Bilborough to death.

It looks like criminal psychologist Fitz will be needed to resolve the situation before any more deaths occur.