Midnight in the Switchgrass

Midnight in the Switchgrass

Year: 2021

Runtime: 98 min

Language: English

Director: Randall Emmett

Thriller

In the sweltering Florida night, FBI agents Helter and Lombardo's routine investigation turns deadly as they're drawn into a gruesome killing spree. Teaming up with local cop Crawford, they embark on an undercover operation that spirals out of control, leaving Lombardo in peril and Crawford entangled in a cat-and-mouse game with a cunning serial killer.

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Timeline – Midnight in the Switchgrass (2021)
Trace every key event in Midnight in the Switchgrass (2021) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.
1

FBI Investigation Begins

FBI Agent Karl Helter and his partner, Rebecca Lombardo, initiate an investigation into a sex trafficking ring. Their determination to bring down the criminal organization leads them deeper into the disturbing underbelly of crime in Florida.

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2

Serial Killer Identification

As the investigation unfolds, Helter and Lombardo discover that their case has crossed paths with that of a notorious serial killer. Their focus shifts as they learn about the imminent danger posed by this brutal individual, known as the 'Truck Stop Killer.'

Florida
3

Collaboration with Local Law Enforcement

To combat the rising threat, the FBI teams up with Florida Department of Law Enforcement Agent Byron Crawford. Crawford brings his extensive knowledge of the serial killer's patterns and past cases, strengthening the collaborative effort to catch him.

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4

Abduction of a Victim

In a chilling turn of events, Peter Hillborough abducts a young woman named Tracey Lee from a gas station. He pretends to help her but instead takes her to his home, locking her in a garden shed, marking the beginning of his terrifying spree.

Gas Station
5

Lombardo's Kidnapping

During their investigation, Hillborough targets Lombardo next, drugging her drink at a bar. She becomes trapped in his garden shed, further complicating the investigation as time becomes critical for her rescue.

Bar
6

Attempts to Escape

Inside the shed, Lombardo encourages Tracey Lee to find a way to escape. Lee manages to break free and seeks help from a neighbor, Georgia Kellogg, heightening the urgency of the situation.

Garden Shed
7

Crawford Analyzes Evidence

Agent Byron Crawford combs through surveillance camera footage from the gas station. His analysis leads him to connect the dots that point directly to Hillborough as the prime suspect in the abductions.

Gas Station
8

Chase to the Rescue

Crawford races against the clock to apprehend Hillborough after identifying him as the serial killer. With precious hours slipping away, he arrives at the gas station just in time to chase down the suspect.

Gas Station
9

Uncovering Hillborough's Hideout

As the investigation intensifies, Crawford and his team begin to locate Hillborough's hideout based on the collected evidence. The urgency peaks as they realize the lives of both Lombardo and Lee hang in the balance.

Hillborough's Home
10

Climax of the Investigation

In a tense standoff, Crawford and the local law enforcement storm Hillborough's property to rescue the captured women. The confrontation reveals the true menace of the 'Truck Stop Killer' and tests the resolve of the agents involved.

Hillborough's Garden Shed
11

Resolution and Aftermath

Following a harrowing confrontation, the authorities manage to rescue both women from Hillborough's clutches. The operation reveals the dangers of sex trafficking and the profound impact on the lives involved, culminating in Hillborough's arrest.

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Last Updated: May 13, 2025 at 20:30

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