When a suspicious gypsy and his girlfriend park their van in the midst of Lochdubh, it's not long before the crime rate begins to soar. Although none of the villagers wants to give him any information, Police Constable Hamish Macbeth must solve a case that is truly bizarre. This series enjoys enduring popularity in the U.K. and the U.S. for its local color, eccentric characters, and intriguing mysteries.