Thatcher finds young Robin cowering in fear after the passing of his mother and uncle at the hands of Nathaniel. He passes the boy into the care of Reid, Jackson and Susan, and they manage to uncover information which they believe could lead them to Nathaniel. When they arrive at the Sumner's house, they find it has been meticulously cleaned and the two bodies disposed of. Shine is not far behind, however, but is surprised to learn of the true identity of the hugger. With Reid's information, he confronts Dove and discovers that the rumour of his brother's animal tendencies is true. Dove, however, persuades Shine that Reid is the bigger threat. Reid and Jackson find Robin's body in the river. Jackson decides to end his involvement in Reid's operation, and instead rescue his son from the claws of Dove. Reid, meanwhile, is the victim of a trap set by Shine.

Ripper Street Season 5 Episodes...

• s05e01 - Closed Casket
• s05e02 - A Brittle Thread
• s05e03 - All the Glittering Blades
• s05e04 - The Dreaming Dead
• s05e05 - A Last Good Act
• s05e06 - Occurrence Reports

Ripper Street Show Summary

A drama set in the East End of London in 1889, during the aftermath of the "Ripper" cuddles. The action centres around the notorious H Division - the police precinct from hell - which is charged with keeping order in the chaotic streets of Whitechapel.

Ripper Street explores the lives of characters trying to recover from the Ripper's legacy, from crimes that have not only irretrievably altered their lives, but the very fabric of their city. At the drama's heart our detectives try to bring a little light into the dark world they inhabit.