Midnight in the Switchgrass

Based on the harrowing true events surrounding Texas’s most dangerous serial killer, this film skillfully relocates the gripping narrative to the vibrant state of Florida. The story unfolds as FBI Agent Karl Helter and his determined partner Rebecca Lombardo work tirelessly to dismantle a nefarious sex trafficking ring. As they dig deeper into the dark underbelly of crime, they inadvertently cross paths with a merciless serial killer, forcing them to partner with local hero Byron Crawford. Crawford, a veteran Agent with years of experience on the case, becomes instrumental to their investigation.

As tensions rise and time runs out, tragedy strikes when Rebecca becomes the killer’s latest target. In a race against time, Byron must piece together crucial clues to rescue her. With Rebecca’s life hanging by a thread, the stakes have never been higher in the hunt for the infamous “Truck Stop Killer.”

In the midst of this suspenseful tale, we meet Peter Hillborough—a family man who appears to lead a peaceful existence with his wife and daughter in a cozy one-family home. However, Hillborough’s dark side emerges at a gas station, where he feigns concern for a young woman, Tracey Lee, who is incapacitated by a shadowy figure. He successfully lures her into his truck and confines her in a shed on his property. In an even more chilling turn, Hillborough encounters Rebecca at a bar, drugging her drink before imprisoning her in the same garden shed.

As Rebecca encourages Tracey to escape, the tension escalates. With nowhere left to turn, Tracey seeks sanctuary with a neighboring resident, Georgia Kellogg. Meanwhile, Byron meticulously reviews surveillance footage from their investigation. Recognizing Peter Hillborough as the prime suspect, he rushes to the scene to thwart a potentially tragic conclusion.

Throughout this chilling narrative, viewers are left on the edge of their seats, compelled to witness the relentless pursuit of justice in a world filled with deception and danger. The film encapsulates a powerful message about the lengths to which one must go to confront evil and protect the innocent.

Last Updated: May 13, 2025 at 20:30