Ep 6. Who Killed the Electric Carriage?

In Murdoch Mysteries season 5 episode 6, titled "Who Killed the Electric Carriage?", Detective William Murdoch investigates the murder of a chauffeur who drove an electric carriage- a new and promising them of transportation technology. The victim was found mysteriously dead on the roadside, with his carriage abandoned nearby. Murdoch tries to solve the case while facing difficulties from the political and economic interests of the electric carriage companies. The case also leads Murdoch to cross paths with Thomas Edison, the legendary inventor, who is on a visit to Toronto. Murdoch's trusty assistant Crabtree is also deeply interested in electric technology and helps his investigation by looking into the science behind the electric carriage. The episode portrays the potential and progress in transportation technology during the late 1800s. The plot is filled with twists and turns, leading to a surprising conclusion of the episode. The viewer gets a glimpse of history and innovation through this thrilling mystery.