The Stranglers of Bombay

In 19th century India, a fanatical cult preys on unsuspecting travelers, plundering their valuables. As the disappearances escalate and trade falters, the British East India Company is compelled to intervene. However, they entrust the investigation to a clueless, upper-class officer who is woefully unprepared for the task, rather than the seasoned, culturally attuned candidate who has spent years in the country.