Unusual Suspects: The Strangest Murderers in Midsomer #

Midsomer is a place of charm, tradition, and an extraordinary number of deaths. But while some killers are motivated by money, revenge, or power, others are… well, a little more peculiar. These are the most eccentric, unorthodox, and downright strange murderers to have graced the tranquil yet deadly villages of Midsomer.

1. The Vengeful Ornithologist (“Birds of Prey”) #

Birdwatching is usually a peaceful pastime, but in Midsomer, even the gentlest hobbies can turn deadly. One particularly obsessed ornithologist used their expertise to orchestrate a murder that left detectives ruffling their feathers.

Why They Did It #

A bitter rivalry over a rare bird sighting pushed the killer over the edge. When an enemy threatened to reveal their fraudulent wildlife research, murder was the only logical solution—at least in their mind.

2. The Deadly Playwright (“Written in Blood”) #

Writers are known for spinning dramatic tales, but this Midsomer playwright took storytelling to another level. Creating an elaborate murder based on one of their own scripts, this killer blurred the line between fiction and reality.

Why They Did It #

The killer believed that only a real-life tragedy could cement their literary genius, crafting an intricate crime that left the local book club in shock.

3. The Floral Assassin (“Orchis Fatalis”) #

Botanists usually nurture life, but one Midsomer florist had a far more sinister green thumb. Using exotic and toxic plants, they turned their garden into a deadly trap.

Why They Did It #

A long-standing family feud over an heirloom orchid collection spiraled into treachery, with the killer ensuring their victim got a fatal dose of botanical revenge.

4. The Jigsaw Killer (“A Rare Bird”) #

Puzzles are meant to be solved, but in this case, the killer made sure their victim never completed the last piece. Using an obsession with jigsaws to manipulate their mark, this murderer crafted a slow-burning psychological trap.

Why They Did It #

The victim unknowingly uncovered a dark family secret while assembling a seemingly innocent puzzle—an act that sealed their fate.

Honorable Mentions #

• The Dairy Farm Killer (“The Animal Within”) – A milk magnate who used a giant cheese wheel as their weapon of choice.
• The Haunted House Hoaxer (“Ghosts of Midsomer”) – Staging supernatural events to drive their victim to madness before striking.
• The Lethal Librarian (“Book of Shadows”) – A killer who turned literature into murder by booby-trapping a rare first edition.

Conclusion: The Art of the Unusual Criminal #

While Midsomer has its fair share of greedy and vengeful killers, it’s the eccentrics that make the show truly special. Whether motivated by obsession, artistry, or sheer madness, these culprits prove that in Midsomer, murder is always a little extraordinary.

Which unusual suspect left you the most baffled?