Ep 2. In My Protection

Ripper Street follows Detective Inspector Edmund Reid and his team as they investigate crimes in the Whitechapel district of London just months after Jack the Ripper committed his infamous murders. In season 1 episode 2, "In My Protection," the team investigates the murder of a local preacher who was found dead in his church. The crime scene is grisly, with the victim's throat slit and his body posed in a manner that suggests a ritualistic killing.

As Reid begins to investigate the case, he learns that the preacher had been targeted by a mysterious vigilante group known as the 'Lambeth Vigilance Society.' The group claims to be protecting the vulnerable women of Whitechapel from harm, but Reid suspects that they may have played a role in the preacher's death. As he delves deeper into the case, Reid uncovers a web of corruption and conspiracy that may be even more dangerous than the Ripper himself.

Meanwhile, one of Reid's officers, Sergeant Drake, faces a personal crisis as he struggles with an addiction to laudanum. He begins to spiral out of control, risking his job and his life as he becomes increasingly dependent on the drug. Reid and the rest of his team work to support Drake and help him overcome his addiction, but they also must remain focused on the case at hand.

As the investigation into the preacher's death unfolds, Reid and his team encounter a cast of colorful characters, including a charismatic preacher with a dark secret, a wealthy philanthropist with a hidden agenda, and a group of streetwise prostitutes who may hold the key to solving the case. With each clue they uncover, Reid and his team move closer to unraveling the mystery behind the preacher's murder, but they must also watch their backs as they navigate the dangerous streets of Whitechapel.

"In My Protection" is a tense and gripping episode that showcases the show's talent for weaving together historical details and fictional drama. The episode explores themes of religious fanaticism, moral corruption, and addiction, all set against the backdrop of one of the most infamous periods in London's history. Viewers will be on the edge of their seats as they follow Reid and his team on their quest for justice, and they'll be left eagerly anticipating the next episode in this captivating series.