Mystery Road

A truck driver in the quiet town of Winton stumbles upon the lifeless body of a teenage girl named Julie Mason while exploring a tunnel. This grim discovery sets off the unraveling of a chilling murder investigation in the community.

Detective Jay Swan is summoned from the city to investigate Julie Mason's murder. His initial inquiry reveals Julie's troubled background, which includes drug addiction and risky behavior to support herself.

Jay attempts to connect with Julie's friend, Tarnie, in hopes of uncovering more details about her life. However, he is met with resistance as Tarnie remains tight-lipped about Julie's troubled existence.

While tailing his colleagues Johnno and Robbo, Jay finds himself in a chilling conversation. Johnno makes a dark joke about taking someone's life, leaving Jay disturbed and questioning the integrity of his partners.

A neighborhood boy hands Jay Julie’s phone in exchange for a moment with his gun. Upon examining the phone, Jay finds alarming text messages directed toward his own teenage daughter, Crystal, which raises his concerns for her safety.

Jay visits his ex-wife, Mary, to discuss the possibility of Crystal moving to the city. The conversation becomes emotional, leading to Crystal's abrupt departure and leaving Jay in turmoil over his family's dynamics.

Jay probes into a nearby farm, meeting its owner Sam Bailey, who reveals sightings of wild dogs. As Jay prepares to leave, he sees a suspicious young man, Pete, leaving in a white hunting truck, piquing his curiosity.

Jay learns from an elderly man about locals going missing, including another girl named Nellie Dargon. This information intensifies Jay's investigation and raises alarm over a potential pattern linked to Julie's murder.

As Jay digs deeper, he discovers Julie often frequented the Dusk till Dawn motel. The owner, Zoe, informs him of a frequent guest, William Smith, driving a white hunting truck, leading Jay closer to uncovering critical leads.

Upon confronting William Smith, who claims to be a kangaroo hunter, Jay is met with hostility. This encounter strengthens Jay's resolve to find out more about Smith's connection to Julie and the ongoing investigation.

The investigation escalates when Jay is informed that Nellie’s body has been discovered. This shocking news compels Jay to connect the dots between the two murders and the suspects lurking in Winton.

With Johnno's help, Jay searches Julie's house for evidence, uncovering bags of cocaine behind a television. This crucial find leads to a tense confrontation among suspects and escalates the stakes of the investigation.

The investigation culminates in a chaotic shootout as Jay confronts a masked individual on a hill. Despite being injured, he fights back fiercely, navigating through deception while questioning who he can truly trust.

After the chaos, Jay confronts Pete, unveiling layers of deception connected to the case. This confrontation signals a critical moment in the investigation, as Jay pieces together the unfolding tragedy.

After a tumultuous investigation, Jay drives through Winton and catches a moment with Mary and Crystal. This emotional encounter reflects Jay's struggles as the story draws to a suspenseful close, leaving questions lingering.