As the police investigation intensifies, Maxine becomes increasingly drawn into the media frenzy as Ian helps out with the search. When Maxine organises for herself and Ian to do a live television interview, she risks her own alibi when someone she met in Grimsby on the night of the girls' disappearance sees her on TV. Investigative reporter Brian Farmer continues to seek out answers and remains suspicious of Ian's role in the girls' disappearance. As evidence begins to pile up, Ian and Maxine are arrested on suspicion of abduction and murder.