Hit-and-Run Squad (2019) Timeline Explained – Every Event in Order

Eun Si-yeon was demoted from the elite Internal Affairs Division after being accused of conducting an aggressive and coercive investigation. This stripped her of her prestige and forced her to join the small hit-and-run squad, where she had to prove herself anew with limited resources and a shaky reputation within the police force.

Foreshadowing: The demotion hints at her willingness to use unconventional methods, which later proves useful in the squad's unorthodox approach.

• eun si-yeon demotion
• internal affairs
• police investigation

Jung Jae-chul is a former F1 racer and wealthy businessman whose resources and driving skills allow him to slip through the cracks of the system. His corruption enables him to manipulate those around him and evade capture, making him an uncontrollable speed freak who uses bold maneuvers and ruthless tactics against anyone who pursues him.

Foreshadowing: His background as an F1 racer explains his exceptional driving skills that constantly give him an edge over law enforcement.

• jung jae-chul
• former F1 racer
• wealthy suspect
• hit-and-run suspect

The squad relies on sharp instincts, unconventional methods, and relentless persistence rather than ample numbers or high-tech equipment. Led by pregnant Chief Woo and ace detective Seo Min-jae with uncanny car instincts, they solve cases others overlook through rough-edged efficiency and the willingness to push beyond standard procedures.

Foreshadowing: Their unconventional approach becomes their greatest asset against a well-connected adversary.

• hit-and-run squad
• police team
• limited resources
• chief woo
• seo min-jae

Si-yeon and Min-jae form an alliance pooling their complementary skills, Si-yeon's investigative experience from Internal Affairs and Min-jae's unmatched instincts for cars. Together they pursue Jae-chul with a singular goal, combining their experience and sharp instincts to outmaneuver a dangerous suspect who has evaded capture before.

Foreshadowing: Their partnership marks a turning point in the squad's approach, shifting from routine investigation to high-stakes pursuit.

• si-yeon min-jae partnership
• detective team
• investigation

Feeling the heat as the squad closes in, Jae-chul escalates to daring counterattacks using bold maneuvers and ruthless tactics to disrupt investigations and protect his empire. These counterattacks test the squad's resolve, push them to the edge, and create tense close calls that underscore the urgency of their pursuit.

Foreshadowing: His escalation transforms the investigation from a standard manhunt into a dangerous cat-and-mouse game.

• jae-chul counterattack
• suspect escalation
• dangerous pursuit

Seo Min-jae is known for his uncanny instincts for cars, making him the ace detective of the squad. His exceptional driving skills and ability to read vehicles and road situations give the team an edge in pursuing suspects, particularly someone as skilled as Jae-chul.

Foreshadowing: Min-jae's driving abilities become crucial in matching Jae-chul's F1-level skills during the chase.

• seo min-jae
• driving skills
• ace detective
• car instincts

Chief Woo leads the hit-and-run squad as a brilliant police academy graduate who manages the compact, unconventional team despite being pregnant. Her leadership helps coordinate the limited manpower and resources, guiding Si-yeon and Min-jae through high-stakes cases where mistakes are costly.

Foreshadowing: Her position as leader suggests she must balance the dangers of the job with her pregnancy, adding personal risk to professional duty.

• chief woo
• police chief
• squad leader
• pregnant officer

Jae-chul's wealth enables him to corrupt officials and manipulate those around him, creating a buffer between himself and law enforcement. His financial resources allow him to stay elusive and fund his reckless lifestyle, making the cat-and-mouse game increasingly dangerous for the officers pursuing him.

Foreshadowing: His corruption suggests he has allies within the system who warn him of police movements.

• jae-chul wealth
• corruption
• evasion
• rich suspect

The pursuit culminates in a high-stakes confrontation where the cat-and-mouse game reaches its peak. The squad prepares for a decisive clash that will determine justice for the victims, steeling themselves for whatever comes next as the chase accelerates and the danger intensifies around every corner.

Foreshadowing: The escalating danger throughout the film builds toward this inevitable showdown.

• final confrontation
• climax
• justice
• chase

The squad closes in on Jae-chul through a combination of stakeouts, forensics, and relentless pursuit following various leads. As Si-yeon uncovers the disturbing connection tying Jae-chul to the unsolved hit-and-run case, the investigation tightens around him, narrowing the path to capture.

Foreshadowing: Si-yeon's discovery of the connection between her and Jae-chul becomes the key breakthrough.

• investigation
• evidence
• stakeout
• forensics
• manhunt