Ep 3. Thin Ice

In the third episode of season three of Scott & Bailey titled "Thin Ice," chaos ensues as the team is presented with multiple cases to solve simultaneously. Meanwhile, their personal lives begin to intersect with their professional lives causing tension and compromise.

The episode wastes no time diving into the first case, a stolen car with a dead body found inside. The victim's wife seems to be withholding information, and the team suspects that she may be involved in the crime. In the meantime, personal issues arise for Rachel Bailey; she runs into an old flame at the victim's wife's workplace, leading to a confrontation with her own boyfriend.

As the team investigates further, they discover that the victim was a wealthy businessman with many enemies, and there is no shortage of suspects. Meanwhile, the team also gets assigned a second case involving the suspicious death of a young woman, and they must navigate the complexities of a family who may be indirectly responsible for the death.

In the midst of all of this, Janet Scott is also juggling familial issues. Her estranged husband returns to town, causing a rift in her relationship with Ade, while her son grows increasingly distant and hostile towards her due to his own struggles. The team must manage their own personal issues while continuing to work together to solve these cases.

As the investigations progress, the team is met with several roadblocks, including obstructive witnesses and lack of concrete evidence. In the end, they rely on their intuition and empathy to solve the cases, uncovering unexpected twists and turns along the way. The tension between Rachel and her boyfriend comes to a head, and Janet and Ade's relationship is tested.

"Thin Ice" packs a punch with multiple cases and personal conflicts, showcasing the resilience and determination of the Scott and Bailey team. The episode leaves viewers on the edge of their seats, eagerly anticipating the next installment of this thrilling crime drama.