The Incident

The events unfold in 1944, during World War II, when the United States is mobilizing for battle overseas. Wartime paranoia colors public opinion and legal proceedings, especially toward German POWs. The investigation and trial take place against a backdrop of heroism, casualties, and the pressure to prove loyalty at home.

A fictional Colorado town serves as the story's backdrop, with its lone Army camp at Camp Bremen looming over daily life. The murder of the town's doctor and the presence of German POWs expose the tension between small-town normalcy and wartime secrecy. The setting blends civilian concerns with military authority, creating a charged arena for justice and corruption. The community's loyalties are tested as fear and patriotism collide.

⚖️ Justice vs Duty

A lawyer is pressured by a powerful judge to secure a guilty verdict, highlighting the conflict between professional ethics and official authority. Cobb reluctantly builds a defense while wrestling with his own moral code. Exposing abuse at Camp Bremen becomes essential to achieving true justice, not just court-approved outcomes.

🪖 War Crimes

The Lager Gestapo's intimidation and the killings of POWs reveal a hidden system of brutality behind the camp's walls. The courtroom becomes a battleground where evidence of illicit beatings and cover-ups must be surfaced. The pursuit of the truth challenges those who would protect the camp's reputation at any cost.

🧭 Power & Corruption

Those in authority manipulate procedures to shape outcomes and shield themselves from accountability. The judge, the prosecutor, and the camp leadership demonstrate how fear and control can override innocence. The protagonist's investigation exposes how systemic corruption persists when information is suppressed.